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Also known as
Pedunculate oak, Common oak and European oak
Taxonomy
Quercus robur
Quercus
Fagaceae
Fagales

How to care for English Oak

How often to water your English Oak

every 9
English Oak needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Boise, Idaho.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Boise, Idaho
29% Very Low

Growing English Oak in Boise right now
Plant growth potential is currently very low 📉
January 27th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by “net radiation” in Boise is currently very low 📉.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determ…
Sunlight will increase by 36.3% ☀️
January 23rd, 2023
Boise is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Boise is expected to increase by 36.3% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 8.6 megajoules of energy per m2 per da…
Daylight will increase by 1.2 hours 📈
January 29th, 2023
This month, Boise is getting an average of 7.6 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 13.1% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.1 total hours of dayli…
Finding light for English Oak in your home

a window
English Oak love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Boise, Idaho ⛅.
English Oak does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

How to fertilize English Oak

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your English Oak after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
When to repot English Oak
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ⏳
January 23rd, 2023
The growing potential in Boise is low 📉.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repot p…

English Oak is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
English Oak prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
English Oak requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
English Oak is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.
Soil
English Oak does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
English Oak grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
English Oak grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
English Oak can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of English Oak can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for English Oak
English Oak
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Boise, Idaho, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
