Sessile Oak Seedling

Sessile Welsh Oak (Quercus petraea)

The Sessile (Or Welsh) Oak is a hardy, long-lived native deciduous tree known for its stately spreading canopy and high wildlife value. Unlike the English Oak, its acorns sit directly on the twigs without stalks (peduncles). These 1L seedlings are well-established and ready for planting into a permanent position or potting on for further growth.

Key Details

• Type: Native deciduous broadleaf tree.

• Growth Rate: Moderate; reaching 20–40 meters at full maturity.

• Foliage: Deeply lobed green leaves that turn golden-brown in autumn.

• Wildlife: Supports hundreds of species, including birds, insects, and small mammals.

  
  

Planting & Care

• Position: Best in full sun but tolerates partial shade when young.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. More tolerant of upland and rocky soils than the English Oak.

• Maintenance: Requires minimal pruning. Protect young seedlings from deer and rabbits using a tree guard.

• Watering: Keep well-watered during the first two growing seasons until the deep taproot is established.

  
  

Note: These seedlings are supplied in 1L pots to ensure a strong, undisturbed root system prior to planting.