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he beautiful Quercus phellos, commonly called Willow Oak Tree, is easy to grow and a wonderful addition to any landscape!This deciduous tree has willow shaped leaves that are glossy light green in color and a very fast growth rate. The oak quercus phellos is a member of the red oak group. Willow Oaks leaf gets the name from its long, willow-like leaves. It is native to North America and is commonly found in the eastern and central United States.Mature willow Oak trees produce small acorns 1/2 inch to 1 inch in size. These nuts attract squirrels and birds to your landscape. Acorn production begins after 15 years of age and continues as the tree matures.Yellowish green flowers will bloom beginning in April as its bristle tipped leaves begin to reappear. The slender leaves turn a bright yellow brown before falling to the ground in autumn. The green leaves are 2-8 inches long and can grow medium to large in size and provide excellent fall colors.
