Tree Information
Specialities
Tolerances
Wet Soil: Medium
Dry Soil: Medium
Lime: Low
Quercus x bimunorum ‘Crimson Spire’ is an enchanting hybrid tree that was first introduced by J.Frank Schmidt & Son, Boring, Oregon, USA. It is a cross between Quercus robur ‘Fastigiate’ and Quercus alba.
‘Crimson Spire’ has an upright habit which resembles the Quercus Fastigiate. Its leaves are more similar to the Quercus alba in that they are dark green and shallow lobed. As autumn approaches, the foliage transforms into array of crimson, scarlet, orange and gold. Also like the alba, the ‘Crimson Spire’ is resistant to mildew.
With its elegant from and stunning autumn foliage, Quercus x bimundorum ‘Crimson Spire’ offers a captivating addition to any landscape. Due to its slender habit, it’s a great choice for projects with limited space.
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Large
9m high x 3m wide after 25 years
Environment
A fantastic avenue and street tree. Will do well in industrial areas.
Canopy
Columnar tree. Base gets broader with age.
Foliage
Dark green leaves in summer, transforming to scarlets, crimsons, oranges and golds in autumn. Leaves are shallow lobed.
Fruit
Developing acorns are oval and green. Eventually turn brown.
Resilience
Like any soil as long as it is fertile and moist. It is resistant to frost, and can withstand wind and salt. Reasonably drought tolerant.
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