Turkey Oak
Quercus cerris
Fagaceae
Other names
Bitter Oak, European Turkey Oak, Manna Oak, Mossy-Cupped Oak, Wainscot Oak
Growth habit
Tree
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Native distribution
Southern Europe and Western Asia
Location
Source of plant
Donald Cobb, BZ Marranca
Description
A striking, round-headed tree reaching 40'-60' in height and width. Bark blackish, raised into checkered plates; fall color absent or yellow-brown. So far has proven highly adaptable to a wide variety of cultural conditions including clay soils, low temperatures, and drought.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5