This large tree is has a deeply furrowed grey, kinked trunk with spreading branches that form an open rounded crown. The rounded toothed dull green leaves turn yellowish in autumn and the pendulous flowers appear in spring and are followed by acorns.  

Hardiness zones 4 to 9 

Quercus prinus is naturally found in eastern North America growing in well drained, dry rocky soil that are moderately fertile in an open sunny position and is drought and frost tolerant.  

Basket Oak, is a large tree that is grown for its habit and is planted in parks and large gardens as a lawn specimen or used in avenue plantings. It is suitable for cold climates establishing in 3 to 5 years and can be planted on rocky hill sides. ID 1798

Quercus (KWER-kus) prinus (PRE-nus)

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