Introduced to North America in 1862.
Originally from Japan, Korea, China,
Himilaya. Grown in North America over
a wide geographic area. Wild turkey
particularly enjoy the small acorns
and prolific fruiting of the Sawtooth
Oak
Tree
Type(s):
Nut
Trees, Ornamental Trees, Shade
Trees
Family:
Fagaceae
Specifications:
Mature
Height: 40 to 60
ft; Mature Spread:
35 to 55 ft; Growth Rate:
Fast; Salt Tolerance:
Medium; PH Preference:
Low to Medium
Sun
Exposure:
Full
Sun, Partial Shade
Soil
Type:
Acidic,
Loamy, Moist, Rich, Sandy, Silt
Loam, Well Drained, Wet Soil,
Wide Range of Soil
Zones:
3b
- 8a
Importance to
Wildlife:
Wild
turkey particularly enjoy the
small acorns and prolific fruiting
of the Sawtooth Oak
Unique Information:
Introduced
to North America in 1862. Originally
from Japan, Korea, China, Himilaya.
Grown in North America over a
wide geographic area.
Native
Range:
Introduced
to North America in 1862. Originally
from Japan, Korea, China, Himilaya.
Grown in North America over a
wide geographic area.
Uses:
Suited
to smaller spaces than most other
oaks. Tolerates city conditions.
Attractive, clean foliage.
