Quercus palustris Green Pillar
Green Pillar Pin Oak
- Narrow, columnar form
- Glossy green leaves turn brilliant red in fall
- Tolerates wet soils
- Category: Tree
- Alternate Cultivar: 'Pringreen'
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Height: 50-60 ft
- Spread: 12-15 ft
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Green Pillar is a columnar version of the classic Pin Oak, offering all the character and fall drama of pin oak in a much narrower silhouette. If you love bold, upright trees but don’t have much horizontal space, this tree delivers. Dark green, glossy leaves turn fiery red or scarlet in autumn for a showstopping fall display. Each spring it produces green catkins that mature into small, oval acorns. As it grows, it maintains a strong central leader and vertical branching, making it ideal for tight yards, urban lots, streets, or any site where you want height without spread.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Quercus palustris Green Pillar
Plant in full sun in moist, acidic, well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, mulch to keep roots cool and moist, and prune lightly to maintain strong structure. Once established, it is a hardy, low-maintenance tree with excellent fall color.