This monoecious tree has a massive single trunk with spreading branches that forms a broad dome crown. It has bright to dark green oblong leaves that persist until late autumn with little colour and the catkins appear in spring followed by acorns. 

Hardiness zones 3 to 10

Quercus robur is naturally found from England to Europe and North Africa growing in forests in deep well drained, fertile moist clay loams in an open sunny position and is frost tolerant but drought tender. 

English Oak Is grown for its spreading crown and is planted in parks and large gardens for shade or as a specimen tree. It is also planted along avenues and establishes in 4-8 years and is long-lived. This tree is used for river bank binding and the timber is used for building. Care should be taken when selecting a site for planting as the tree requires ample room to grow and the strong roots can damage pathways. ID 353

Quercus (KWER-kus) robur (RŌ-bur)

'Quercus': from Celtic quer + cuez - fine tree; 'robur' oak wood (both refer to the quality of its timber).

Fagaceae (fag-AY-see-e)
Beech, Oaks and Sweet Chestnuts