English Oak (quercus robur)

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£1.68
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Bare-rooted trees available only between November and late April. Orders will only be dispatched during this period when the trees are not in active growth.

Price each per
1 Tree
10 Trees
25 Trees
100 Trees
1000 Trees
40-60cm
£1.68
£1.15
£0.84
£0.58
£0.48
60-80cm
£2.21
£1.51
£1.10
£0.76
£0.63
80-100cm
£3.50
£3.00
£2.63
£1.80
£1.50
​​​Prices stated do not include delivery and V.A.T. which will be added at the checkout
​Seed collected in North Cumbria -UK provenance 109
Growing English Oak Trees (Quercus robur)
  • Iconic native deciduous tree, long-lived (500–1000+ years), supporting more wildlife than any other UK tree (over 2,800 species including insects, birds, mammals).
  • Majestic broad crown provides excellent shade; deeply lobed leaves turn Golden-Brown in autumn.
  • Produces acorns – vital food for jays, squirrels, deer, and mice; supports keystone biodiversity in woodlands and gardens.
  • Strong timber historically valued for construction and shipbuilding; highly wind-resistant once established.
  • Tolerant of most well-drained soils; ideal for parkland, avenues, hedges, or wildlife planting; symbol of strength and heritage.
Planting Guide
  • Best time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.
  • Location: Full sun to partial shade; deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil (tolerates clay or loam but dislikes shallow chalk or permanent wet); requires vast space – matures 20–40m tall/wide, unsuitable for small gardens.
  • Preparation: Dig large hole twice root width; incorporate organic matter in poor soils; protect young trees from rabbits and deer.
  • Planting: Set at original depth (check trunk soil mark); stake young trees; firm in, water well, mulch base (keep clear of trunk) to reduce weed growth and conserve soil moisture.
  • Aftercare: Water regularly first few years in dry spells; minimal pruning (remove dead/damaged branches in winter); monitor for oak processionary moth and powdery mildew; slow-growing but resilient once established.​
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