Scientific Name
Quercus marilandica var. ashei
Common Name
Ashe's Blackjack Oak

Tree Description
Quercus marilandica var. ashei, Ashe's blackjack oak, is a deciduous tree that reaches mature height between 30-50 ft, and prefers environments with partial shade and dry soils. Its glossy dark green foliage forms a round, spreading, crown, and acorns provide cover, food, and a habitat for local wildlife.
Tree Size
Medium
Height at Maturity
30ft–60ft
Width at Maturity
40ft–50ft
Growth Rate
Slow
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Sun Exposure
Part-Shade
Water Needs
Low Water
Medium Water
Potential Issues
Allergy health hazard
Average performance rating from pre-trial survey of experts
Fair
Propagation Results
We had poor germination with fresh seed, fall sown outside. We got no germination with 90 day cold stratification in perlite, peat, vermiculite in plastic bag in refrigerator.
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