Quercus castaneifolia 'Green Spire' – Chestnut-leaved oak

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Quercus castaneifolia 'Green Spire' – Chestnut-leaved oak

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A fast-growing tree with a closed crown that makes it look squat. Young twigs are covered with grey felt-like hairs but later become smooth and bare. The leaves closely resemble those of Castanea. They are elongated elliptical to lanceolate, 7 - 16 cm long and 3 - 7 cm wide. The leaf edge has large, sharp, pointed serrations. The upper side of the leaves is glossy dark green, the underside grey and covered in felt-like hairs. Young shoots are brownish-violet in colour. The acorns, 2-3 cm in size, are elongated ovoid and grow singly or in pairs. They are more than half enclosed by a semi-circular cupule that has sturdy, backward-bending scales covered with grey hairs. The tree prefers a warm and sunny site and calcareous soil that is not too moist.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Specifications
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Height
20 - 30 m
Width
8-12m
Crown
broad columnar to ovoid, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
brownish-grey, deeply grooved, young twigs covered with grey felt-like hairs
Leaf
elongated elliptical to lanceolate, with large serrations, 7 - 16 cm
Flowers
gold coloured ♂ catkins, 7 - 10 cm long, May
Fruits
2 - 3 cm, single or in pairs
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
preferably calcareous, not too moist
Paving
tolerates partial paving
Winter hardiness zone
7a (-17,7 to -15,0 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
can withstand wind, resistant to de-icing salt
Application
industrial areas
Shape
clearstem tree
Origin
Hillier Nurseries, Romsey, England, circa 1948
Clear stem tree calcareous soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates partial paving resistant to de-icing salt can withstand wind ovoid/egg-shaped 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown green yellow average growing non-toxic (usually)
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Frequently asked questions
Quercus castaneifolia 'Green Spire'

Quercus castaneifolia 'Green Spire' can eventually reach a height of 20 - 30 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Quercus castaneifolia 'Green Spire' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 20 - 30 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Quercus castaneifolia 'Green Spire' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Quercus castaneifolia 'Green Spire' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Quercus castaneifolia 'Green Spire' blooms in may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

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For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.