Charisma® Nuttall Oak
Quercus nuttallii 'MonPowe'
This native tree with outstanding maroon to chocolate-colored foliage and stems was discovered by Monrovia Craftsman Marty Powe. New spring growth remains well into summer before turning a deep green color. Branching habit is somewhat open with the deeply lobed foliage exhibiting striking red fall color. This shade tree grows well in acid or poorly drained soils and requires minimum pruning.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | KWER-kus nut-AL-ee-eye |
| Key feature: | Year-round Interest |
| Plant type: | Tree |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Deciduous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 5 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate growth to 60 ft. tall, 50 ft. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, North American Native, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Landscape use: | Specimen |
| Blooms: | Inconspicuous |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 3986 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
This native tree with outstanding maroon to chocolate-colored foliage and stems was discovered by Monrovia Craftsman Marty Powe. New spring growth remains well into summer before turning a deep green color. Branching habit is somewhat open with the deeply lobed foliage exhibiting striking red fall color. This shade tree grows well in acid or poorly drained soils and requires minimum pruning.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | KWER-kus nut-AL-ee-eye |
| Key feature: | Year-round Interest |
| Plant type: | Tree |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Deciduous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 5 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate growth to 60 ft. tall, 50 ft. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, North American Native, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Landscape use: | Specimen |
| Blooms: | Inconspicuous |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 3986 |
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