Quercus acuta, the Japanese evergreen oak, is an oak native to Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and China's Guizhou Province and Guangdong Province.
Scarlet oak exhibits strong resistance to disease and is usually not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors, it needs only minimal watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller specimens, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. Scarlet oakt is appropriate for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or a deck, and does not demand extensive gardening experience.
How to keep Quercus Acuta.
Light
The scarlet oak does best when it receives plenty of sunlight throughout the day. In its native setting, the species grows well beneath open skies without shade. Although it can persist with fewer hours of sun than ideal, its growth may be limited and its leaves may become less vibrant. Excessive sunlight can also cause foliage discoloration and wilting.
Temperature
The scarlet oak needs a cool to moderate climate, preferring temperatures of 40 to 95 ℉ (5 to 35 ℃), which makes it suitable for temperate regions. In the spring and summer it can tolerate higher heat as long as it is given adequate water and moisture. Conversely, during the fall and winter it requires lower temperatures to ensure proper dormancy and growth in the following spring.
Fertilizer
Fertilize your Scarlet oak in early spring to encourage healthy growth. Consistent fertilization improves overall health, producing vigorous growth, increased tolerance to challenging conditions, and enhanced resistance to diseases and pests. Follow a set fertilization schedule for your Scarlet oak to maintain foliage that is vibrant, richly colored, and lush in appearance.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Quercus
- Family
- Fagaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-9
- Mature Height
- 20.12 m to 29.87 m
- Mature Spread
- 11.89 m to 14.94 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Red
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Green, Yellow, Brown
- Flower Size
- 0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Other names.
