Roble americano
Category: Tree
A deciduous tree highly valued for its spectacular red fall color and great shade-giving capacity. Ideal for rural plots, parks, and large gardens. Its relatively fast growth and majestic form make it a feature tree in landscaping.
Characteristics
- Watering
- • Moderate • Regular watering while young • More resistant once established
- Soil
- • Deep and fertile • Well drained • Prefers moderate moisture • Cold tolerant
- Blooms
- September – October Inconspicuous blooms
- Exposure
- • Full sun • Needs open space
- Fruit
- Yes (acorns) • No significant ornamental use
- Size
- • Height: 15–25 m • Broad, leafy canopy • Moderate to fast growth
- Use
- • Shade tree • Landscaping and parks • Spectacular fall color
- Propagation
- • Seeds (acorns)