post oak
Quercus stellata
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Yellowish-green Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,orange
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Low
watering
Post oak trees should be watered twice a month during the summer growing season from April to October. Make sure to water the trees deeply, soaking the root system. Apply 10 to 15 gallons of water for each 1-inch diameter of the trunk to ensure proper irrigation. Water the tree in the morning to help the tree absorb the water and minimize fungal issues associated with the damp environment. During periods of extended drought, water your post oak trees once a week. Do not water the tree during the winter months, as post oaks are drought tolerant and do not require supplemental water during the winter.
sunlight
Post oak (Quercus stellata) is a native tree species of the eastern United States and is best grown in full sun or light shade. It requires 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day to thrive and should be planted in areas where it receives full sun during the morning and late afternoon/early evening hours. This tree should also be planted in a location that is sheltered from strong winds, to prevent damage to its leaves. In the summer months, the tree should be protected from hot afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorching. In the winter months, the tree will benefit from extended full sun, as this can help to revitalize the foliage.
pruning
Post oaks should be pruned every 3 to 5 years. Prune back dead or dying branches and young shoots that are growing in the wrong direction. This will help the tree to maintain a healthy structure and a well-shaped canopy. When pruning post oak trees, avoid cutting large branches and never remove more than 1-third of the canopy in any season. Cut damaged branches back to a healthy bud, and avoid leaving stubs, as these can open the tree to infection. Prune back crossing, intersecting, and rubbing branches to remove excess weight from heavily laden limbs. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring while the tree is still dormant.
