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Latin Name: Quercus cerris
Forestart Reference: QUCER1
A large tree and one of the fastest growing oaks. It thrives on chalky soils and near the sea. The leaves are coarsely toothed and slightly rough to the touch. Common name: Turkey Oak.
Native: Southern Europe and Asia Minor.
Provenance: UK
Size and spread (10 years): 11m x 5m
Treatment required: Not dormant.
Germinal seeds / kg: 170
Ideal sowing period: Autumn or Spring.
Soil conditions: Most soils.
Planting instructions:
Mature height: 35m x 25m
Availability: Currently out of stock