Benefits of Planting a Willow Oak Tree in Your Landscape

Willow Oak Trees grow best in zones 5 to 9 and need to be planted in a spacious area to make room for their growth. They can grow up to 40 to 75 feet tall in their lifetime and reach their mature height in about two years. The tree can spread out to reach up to 25 to 50 feet from its trunk. The leaves of the tree are shaped like willow leaves, which is where it gets its name.

Willow Oak Trees have bright green, oblong leaves up to 4 inches long. Small yellow-green flowers grow in spring before leaf growth begins. After 15 years of age, the tree starts producing acorns. The deciduous tree works in most soil types, only requiring it to be well-draining to prevent root rot. If a large tree is preferred, planting in a location that receives full sun is needed.

How to Care for Your Willow Oak Tree for Healthy Growth

Willow Oak Tree can tolerate partial shade, but its branches will be weaker and unable to support a larger size. The tree requires regular watering during its root establishment but can tolerate drought conditions after they are set. In a typical tree, pruning is only needed to remove dead branches and to shape the tree if desired. Regular pruning will be required to prevent upper limbs from growing straggly toward the sun if planted in a lower-light area. Upper branches should be cut back to allow more energy to build a more substantial structure. They are typically grown for the shade their large forms can produce.

Why the Willow Oak Tree is Perfect for Shade and Aesthetic Appeal

Hardy Planting Zone - Grows best in zones 5 to 9

Bloom Season (if any) - Spring

Bloom Color - Yellow-green

Height at Maturity - Reaches 40 to 75 feet tall

Soil Type Preferred - Well-drained, loamy soil

Sun or Shade - Full sun

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Plant bare root trees during the dormant season in early spring or late fall (November through April). Dig the hole twice as wide as the roots so the soil is well-drained. Position the tree so the root flare is at or just above ground level. Fill the hole back with the soil you dug from and water. Maintain soil moisture, especially in the tree's early years, by providing deep, regular watering. Apply a 2-4 inch mulch away from the trunk at the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune trees during the first few seasons to establish strength and resilience, remove damaged branches, and continue maintenance pruning as the tree matures. Regularly inspect for pests and diseases and apply integrated pest management practices. Protect young trees from mechanical damage and extreme temperatures with tree guards, and stake them if necessary for support, removing the stakes after one or two years.

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