Quercus Faginea - Portuguese Oak

Portuguese Oak

Approximate Sizing

20cm Pot - 80cm Tall
25cm Pot - 1.2m Tall

About the Variety:
Variety: Quercus Faginea (Portuguese Oak)
Full Size: Typically grows to 15-20 meters tall with a spread of 8-12 meters.
Foliage: Evergreen, oblong leaves with serrated margins, dark green in colour, providing year-round interest.

Why Choose the Portuguese Oak?

Key Features:
- Evergreen Foliage: Unlike many other oak species, the Portuguese Oak retains its foliage throughout the year, providing year-round greenery and enhancing the landscape's beauty even in winter.
- Tolerant and Adaptable: Portuguese Oak is tolerant of various soil types and environmental conditions, including drought and heat, making it suitable for a wide range of landscape settings.
- Attractive Appearance: With its dense foliage and upright growth habit, the Portuguese Oak forms a handsome specimen tree that adds structure and texture to the garden or landscape.
- Wildlife Habitat: The dense foliage of the Portuguese Oak provides valuable habitat and shelter for wildlife, including birds and small mammals, contributing to biodiversity in the garden ecosystem.
- Low Maintenance: Once established, Portuguese Oak requires minimal maintenance, making it an excellent choice for both residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mediterranean Aesthetic: The Portuguese Oak's evergreen foliage and Mediterranean origin lend a Mediterranean flair to the landscape, creating a sense of warmth and tranquillity.
- Longevity: Portuguese Oak is a long-lived tree species, providing lasting beauty and value to the landscape for generations to come.