Quercus pubescens Downy oak (Fagaceae) Deciduous tree

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Quercus pubescens
Downy oak
Deciduous tree
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The Quercus pubescens plant species is found in Europe. It is a member of the Fagaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Downy oak. Some home gardeners know the variety as Q. lanuginosa.

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Latin Name:  Quercus pubescens
Common Name:  Downy oak
Family:  Fagaceae
Author:  Willd.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  20   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Woods and dry hills[100] in both siliceous and limestone soils[11].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a good deep fertile loam which can be on the stiff side[11]. Young plants tolerate reasonable levels of side shade[200]. Tolerates moderate exposure, surviving well but being somewhat stunted. The seed ripens in its first year. Closely related to Q. petraea[1]. Intolerant of root disturbance, trees should be planted in their permanent positions whilst young[11]. Hybridizes freely with other members of the genus[200]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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