Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk' – Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk'

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Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk' – Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk'

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Large tree with a broad ovoid crown growing up to 15 m tall by 10 m wide. The young twigs are olive green, sometimes with a slightly red hue. The old bark is grey-brown and has longitudinal grooves. The broad elliptical to oval leaves are deeply pinnately lobed and the lobes are dissected more than halfway into the leaf blade. The lobes are pointed and sharply serrated. In spring when the leaf emerges it has a slightly reddish colour. In summer it is glossy dark green, turning dark red to deep brown-red in autumn. A healthy park tree that has few demands as to soil, provide it is limy enough. The tree was selected due to its excellent bright red to orange autumn colours and named after Robert and Jelena de Belder’s estate, Hemelrijk (Arboretum Kalmthout).
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
15 m
Width
7-10m
Crown
broad ovoid, half-open crown
Bark and branches
young twigs olive-coloured, bark grey-brown, longitudinally grooved
Leaf
broad elliptical to oval, deeply pinnately lobed, glossy dark green, 8 - 14 cm
Autumn colour
red
Flowers
golden-coloured ♂ catkins, 7 - 10 cm, May
Fruits
oval, 1 - 2 cm, cupule with contiguous scales, light brown
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
preferably not limy
Soil moisture
suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
4 (-34,4 to -28,9 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind, resistant to de-icing salt
Application
avenues and broad streets, industrial areas
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
Arboretum Kalmthout, Kalmthout, Belgium, before 2002
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to de-icing salt resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for wet soil can withstand wind broad ovoid 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown green yellow average growing Attractive autumn colour non-toxic (usually)
Frequently asked questions
Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk'

Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk' can eventually reach a height of 15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk' turn red in autumn.

The right time to plant Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Quercus ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk' 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 ellipsoidalis 'Hemelrijk' 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.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

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.