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City of Fort Collins

Crimson Spire™ oak
Quercus robur x Q. alba 'Crimschmidt'


  Not Native

Synonyms
Quercus robur 'Crimschmidt' CRIMSON SPIRE
Dimensions
Height: 40.0 ft. to 60.0 ft.
Spread: 10.0 ft. to 20.0 ft.
Growth Form
Tree
Wildlife Uses
Large Mammals, Pollinators/ Invertebrates, Small Mammals, Urban Birds
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Water Requirements
Moderate
Season of Bloom
April
Flower Color
Inconspicious
Leaf Color
Green Shades
Aggressiveness
No City Data
Design Considerations
Drought Tolerant, Fall Color, Small Spaces, Streetscape Plants
Other Considerations
No City Data
Duration
Perennial
Soil Type
Well Drained
Pests/Disease Prone
No City Data
Hazards/Toxic
No City Data.

Notes

A nice fastigiate oak with a broader mature form. Displays nice red fall color. Has better soil tolerance and longevity than other columnar oaks but can still have issues with disease and soil tolerance. Has issues breaking up in major snow events. Tolerates dry and alkaline soils,. This species has messy fruits.