Pin oak (Quercus palustris) - Plant Identification 

The branching pattern is unique with the lowermost branches being angled sharply downward, the middle branches horizontal, and the upper branches ascending

Dirr. has this to say, "personally I feel there are many superior oaks and tree species but this oak has outstanding customer appeal; correcting the chlorosis problem can be painful for the homeowner"

Pin oak wood is hard and heavy. It is used for fence posts, fuel, and general construction.

Pin oak is a common tree found in front yards and parks.

Oaks are most often propagated from seed. Plant outdoors or in deep containers to accomodate long initial taproot. Many oaks require cold temperatures to initiate shoot development. Protect outdoor beds with wire mesh to deter rodent predation.

The fall color of Pin Oak is a lovely burnt orange to red.

Super tolerant of wet conditions

These can be used well for a rain garden

Pin Oaks are easy to transplant, fast growing, and can serve as a good source for shade.

The branches on the lower third of the tree angle downward.

Cool

their leaves turn red or brown in the fall

Needs a good soil, more acidic to thrive and avoid iron chlorosis.

Its flowers are catkins, a cylindrical flower cluster, and monecious

This plant prefers loamy, acidic soils.

This plant is deer resistant

Faster growing oak. It can grow 12 to 15' over a 5 to 7 year period.

That’s a black oak