cork oak

When it comes to watering, cork oak (Quercus suber) trees typically need less water than other tree species. With that said, they should still be watered regularly when they’re young and actively growing. They should generally be watered deeply once or twice a week in the summertime, and about once a month in other seasons. When it comes to how much water, it should typically be enough to soak the root ball and extend outward for about the length of the tree’s canopy. If rainfall is not plentiful enough for the tree in any given season, then supplemental irrigation will be needed to ensure adequate moisture.

Cork oak trees (Quercus suber) require full sun exposure to grow and thrive. They should receive 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day, and prefer as much light as possible. In the summer, cork oaks should have at least 8 hours of full sun a day, while in winter, 5 to 6 hours should be sufficient. Cork oaks can still survive and live in partial shade, but they do not produce as much cork if they do not get enough sun.

Cork oak (Quercus suber) should be pruned at least once every 2 years during its early life. Pruning should begin as soon as the tree is planted and gradually increase in frequency and intensity as it matures. The amount of pruning should be carefully considered and should be only as much as is necessary to maintain a healthy, attractive tree. Yearly pruning is usually recommended in order to carefully manage the growth of the tree and to remove dead, damaged, or broken branches. Light pruning should be done in the spring and dead wood can be removed at any time of the year. Heavy pruning should be done in the winter, when the tree is dormant. It is best to avoid pruning in the summer months, as it can cause the new shoots to grow too quickly and result in weak, floppy growth.