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🌱 Quercus mongolica — Mongolian Oak, Green Oak Tree

Quercus mongolica is a tree species in the Fagaceae family, available as 5 PCS fresh seeds acorns. This deciduous tree boasts a height of up to 30 m in favorable conditions, with old branches reaching dark brown and young ones being brownish-green.

🌿 Botanical Description

The leaves are elongated-obovate, 8-15 cm in length and 5-9 cm in width, with dense, glabrous or finely pubescent blades. The bark is smooth on young trunks and thick, cracked on old trees. The fruit is an acorn, 1.5 cm long and 1.3 cm thick, with a hemispherical, slightly downy cap.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil in spring or autumn. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 10-20°C. Germination time: 1-3 months.
• Soil type: Well-draining, fertile soil. pH: 6.0-7.0.
• Watering and fertilization: Regular watering and balanced fertilization.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-8. Frost tolerance: -50°C.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Quercus mongolica is native to Mongolia, China, and Russia. It grows in various soils, excluding swampy, waterlogged, and flooded areas. It thrives in light-loving conditions and can tolerate wind.

✨ Interesting Facts

Quercus mongolica is known for its slow growth rate and long lifespan, exceeding 350 years. It is also wind-resistant and can tolerate temperature drops to -50°C. In light-loving conditions, it is second only to birch and aspen, but does not tolerate top shading.

🌸 Cultivation Notes

Quercus mongolica prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It is relatively low-maintenance and can thrive in a variety of conditions.