Quercus cerris

Turkey Oak

Tips for Homeowners:

Prune if needed when tree is dormant.  May have to clean up acorn litter.

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This fast growing tree has an adaptable nature allowing its use in tough soils like clay.

  • Oblong-founded form
  • Small leaves are deeply cut, giving the tree a fine texture
  • Blocky plates give the bark an interesting and unique character

A tree best used in large open spaces in a large landscape or for naturalizing in wet soils.  Best in eastern and central Kansas.

Height: 40-60 ft
Spread: 40-60 ft
Zone: 6-8
Color: Green

Interesting Notes about Turkey Oak:

This is a fast-growing tree with very unusual acorns that have green growth on the caps looking like a bad hair day.  The acorns provide food for wildlife and are poisonous to humans if eaten before toxins are leached out by boiling.  Leaves are distinctive with deep and pointed lobes and remain on the tree into late fall offering no real fall color.  Grows well in clay soils.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Naturalizing
  • Fast Growing
  • Specimen
  • Winter Interest
  • Great Foliage
  • Attractive fruit

Foliage Color:

  • Yellow
  • Green
  • Bronze

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Songbirds

Habit:

  • Upright

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained