This variable monoecious tree forms a stout trunk with fissured dark bark and a trunk up to 4m (12-ft) diameter. It is fast growing, slender when young becoming broad with age. It has dark green oblong lobed leaves that turn yellow-brown during winter.

Hardiness zones 7 to 10

Quercus cerris is naturally found from Europe to south-east Turkey growing in woodlands. It prefers a deep well drained, fertile moist soil and is pH adaptable and grows in an open sunny position and is frost and drought resistant.

Turkey Oak is a large tree that is grown for its spreading crown. It is planted in parks and large gardens as a specimen or as a shade tree. It is also used as a windbreak in coastal regions tolerating a wide range of conditions. It establishes in 3 to 5 years and is long lived. ID 1052

Quercus (KWER-kus) cerris(KE-ris)

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