Quercus x 'Fire Water'

A handsome hybrid between Quercus coccinea x Quercus nigra, this will grow to be a small tree in the UK with decent vigour and fiery orange and red autumn colour once established.

In the UK, Quercus x 'Fire Water' is reasonably hardy but will usually grow best in a warm, sunny position with good drainage. It would not enjoy a cold, waterlogged site.

• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil. 
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Quercus x 'Fire Water' grows to be a small branching tree in the UK.
  • Height: estimated 6 - 8 m (20 - 26 ft)
  • Spread: 6 m (20 ft)

• Notes: Found in group of seedlings at Starhill Forest Arboretum in Illinois, US.