Post Oak

Post Oak (Quercus stellata) is recognized for its cross-shaped leaves and sturdy stature. This oak variety is drought-resistant, making it perfect for areas with sporadic rainfall. Its acorns are a treat for wildlife, ensuring a bustling garden throughout the year.

1-2′ Bareroot Seedling

Cold Tolerance: USDA Zone 5-9
Soil pH: 4.5-6.5
Soil Type: Well-drained, acidic
Water Requirements: Low, drought-tolerant
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Drought Tolerance: High
Heat Tolerance: Moderate
Chilling Hours: None

Pollination Requirements: Monoecious, requires cross-pollination
Pollination Mechanisms: Wind
Bloom Time: April-May
Flower Color: Yellow-green

Plant Size: 40-50' tall, 30-40' wide
Plant Spacing: 30-40' apart
Growth Habit: Upright, spreading
Rootstock: From Seed

Nut Size: 0.5-1"
Nut Flavor: Sweet
Nut/Husk Color and Appearance Brown, thin shell
Harvest Time: September-October
Yield & Storage: Moderate, store in a cool, dry place
Years to Bear: 20-25

Oak Wilt (Bretziella fagacearum): Moderately Resistant
Anthracnose (Apiognomonia quercina): Moderately Resistant
Armillaria Root Rot (Armillaria mellea): Moderately Resistant
Powdery Mildew (Erysiphe alphitoides): Moderately Resistant
Gypsy Moth (Lymantria dispar): Moderately Resistant
Oak Leafroller (Archips semiferanus): Moderately Resistant

Growth Habit: Upright, spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Fall Color: Yellow-brown
Lifespan: 200-300 years
Toxicity: Non-toxic
Invasive Potential: Low
Native Range: Eastern United States
Nitrogen Fixing: No

Our 365-Day Plant Guarantee: We ensure that our plants are delivered to you alive and healthy. If your plant does not survive its first year, you're eligible for store credit under these conditions:

1. Your location falls within the appropriate USDA hardiness zone for the plant variety (refer to our hardiness zone map).
2. You maintain the roots' moisture and plant within three days of delivery, following the instructions in our Planting Guide.

If you're concerned about your plant's health, please consult our guide, How to Tell if Your Tree is Dead or Dormant. Remember, our plants are shipped in a dormant state and may leaf out at different times based on their species. To check for plant vital