Quercus mexicana

Quercus mexicana Details

Quercus mexicana, commonly known as the Mexican Oak tree, is a large, deciduous tree with colourful foliage. The Mexican Oak tree typically grows to 15 m tall and 8 m wide with an upright and somewhat sporadic growth habit. The foliage emerges light green in spring, ages to dark green, then develops impressive yellow tones in autumn before falling. Small, yellow-green flowers in spring produce brown acorns in autumn. This tree grows best when planted in full sun on a well-drained, semi-sheltered site, and is tolerant of frost, cool climates, urban pollution, and dry periods. Quercus mexicana is commonly grown as a specimen in large gardens and parks where it will provide wonderful summer shade and fabulous autumn colours.