Size
Oak Tree Quercus roubur is a huge tree, over 12m high and 8m spread in 20 years a single specimen will cover the whole area of an average garden. The roots are extensive and it recommended they are planted at least 20ft (6m) from any structure to avoid problems with the foundations being undermined and limits placed on insurance.
This is a tree for parks and open spaces, not urban environments
Growing Conditions
Oaks will grow anywhere, but should not be planted unless there is significant space (10m radius from the tree). If you are keen to plant an oak, contact a tree charity such as the Woodland Trust to sponsor an oak in one of their woods or forests.
Effort to Grow
If you live near an oak tree you may get acorns sprouting and little saplings appearing in your garden, dig them out as they will become a problem unless you have enough space to let them grow.
Why plant this tree in your garden?
Please do not plant this in your garden unless you are lucky enough to have extensive grounds where an Oak tree can thrive in plenty of space.
What to look out for when planting and in the first 2 years
What to look out for when the tree is established (2 years or more after planting or if you inherit it)
If you inherit an Oak tree when you take over a new garden, please check whether it is subject to a Tree Preservation Order before taking any actions. Chopwell can liaise with the authorities and advise on management of large trees such as Oaks.
