
Quercus nuttallii ‘QNMTF’ ~ Tytlest® Nuttall Oak
Tytlest Nuttall Oak is a large, fast-growing native deciduous tree with pyramidal habit when young and that matures to a rounded crown. The large lobed rich dark green foliage that has a pair of deep sinuses in the middle emerges as eye-catching burgundy and turns red-orange in fall. The acorns have scaly cups. Best grown in full sun and rich, moist, acidic well-drained soils. Very tolerant of urban conditions once established. Type: Tree Origins: South Central N. America Height: 50’ - 60’ Spread: 40’ - 50’ Spacing: 45’ USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 - 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Green Season of Interest: Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Chlorosis is common in alkaline or neutral soils. Oaks are susceptible to a large number of diseases, including oak wilt, blight, root rot, anthracnose, oak leaf blister, cankers, leaf spots, and powdery mildew. Potential insect pests include scale, oak skeletonizer,