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Back to buying optionsPin Oak Tree – Quercus palustris Live Starter Tree | 12–24 Inches Tall | Bare Root Native Shade Tree | Fast Growing Landscape Oak
Grow a stately native shade tree with this live Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) starter tree. Known for its distinctive pyramidal shape, deeply lobed leaves, and brilliant scarlet-red fall foliage, Pin Oak is a popular choice for residential landscapes, parks, and large properties. This fast-growing oak provides excellent shade, supports local wildlife with its acorns, and adapts well to moist soils, making it an outstanding addition to a variety of landscapes. Your healthy bare root starter tree arrives ready for planting and long-term growth.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Pin Oak starter tree
✔️ Height: approximately 12–24 inches (minimum 6–12 inches)
✔️ Shipped bare root (no nursery pot)
✔️ Healthy, well-rooted starter tree
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Pin Oak
Botanical Name: Quercus palustris
Plant Type: Deciduous shade tree
Growth Stage: Starter tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining, acidic soil
Watering: Moderate; water regularly while establishing
Mature Height: 60–70 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 4–8
Container Friendly: No
💡 Care Tip: Plant in a sunny location with slightly acidic, well-draining soil for the healthiest growth. Water consistently during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Avoid planting in highly alkaline soils, as Pin Oak performs best in acidic conditions and will reward you with vibrant fall color and decades of dependable shade.
