Oak (Quercus robur)

Quercus is Latin for oak, and robur, as in robust, refers to the strength of the wood.

A mature native oak is probably the single best tree for supporting wildlife, playing host to over 400 insect species and attracting jays. The bark of older trees is deeply ridged and provides a home or place to lay eggs for insects. The acorns are eaten by all sorts of animals, and pigs love them. Pollarding trees used to be a common practice to provide easily accessible firewood and fodder for animals.

Then here’s to the oak, the brave old oak,
Who stands in his pride alone;
And still flourish he, a hale green tree,
When a hundred years are gone!

150/175cm tall in a 10L pot £59.94 each

200/250cam bareroot £69.98 each