Northern Pin Oak vs Arrowwood - TreeTime.ca

Northern Pin Oak vs Arrowwood

Quercus ellipsoidalis

Viburnum dentatum

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON

Northern Pin Oak
Arrowwood

Northern Pin oak has an attractive but irregular rounded crown with lower hanging branches. This species is one of the few oak species recommended for the prairies and colder areas. Northern Pin Oak prefers drier habitats.

The spectacular fall leaf color of this tree is the primary reason for its popularity. Fall leaves turn orange and red to reddish brown.

Squirrels, jays, deer, and similar animals love its acorns.

Note: Most Oak species can be considered toxic for many animals.

Arrowwood is a cold hardy, reliable, and vigorous shrub that can easily grow on difficult sites. Featuring an upright, rounded, and multi-stemmed form, this shrub produces creamy white flowers against a backdrop of deep green, serrated foliage.

The flowers give way to dark, blue berries that will attract wildlife to your yard. Depending on the plant, Arrowwood's striking fall color can range from yellow, red to reddish-purple.

Many use Arrowwood for naturalization or mass planting projects but, more commonly, you'll see this simple yet elegant shrub as a shrub border or planted on its own.

Note:This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Arrowwood seeds at SeedTime.ca.

Northern Pin Oak Quick Facts

Arrowwood Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 2a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 1.2 m (4 ft)
Spread: 14 m (45 ft)
Spread: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no
Nuts: acorns
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: high




Other Names: hills oak, jack oak, upland pin oak