As one of the fastest growing trees in its youth, the Sawtooth Oak is an attractive shade tree with dark lustrous summer foliage and clear yellow to golden brown fall leaves. Adaptable to any soil condition except alkaline. One inch acorns are quite popular with wildlife. Grows 40'-60' with a 40' to 60' spread. (Zones 5-9)

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Attributes:
The Sawtooth is an attractive and durable shade tree that is adaptable to a wide range of soil/climate conditions. It is a valuable landscape tree due to its fairly fast growth.

Description:
As one of the fastest growing trees in its youth, the Sawtooth Oak is an attractive shade tree with dark lustrous summer foliage and clear yellow to golden brown fall leaves. Adaptable to any soil condition except alkaline. One inch acorns are quite popular with wildlife. Grows 40'-60' with a 40' to 60' spread. (Zones 5-9)

Wildlife Value:
Sawtooth oaks produce acorns at a very young age, providing food for many kinds of wildlife, especially wild turkeys.

History/Lore/Use:
The native habitat of the Sawtooth Oak tree is Japan, Korea, China and the Himalayan Mountain range. The tree was introduced to America in 1862. It probably derives its name from the distinctive sawtooth-edged leaves it produces.

Moisture:
This tree has normal moisture requirements, and has some drought tolerance.

Leaves:
This tree has leaves that alternate, simple, dark green turning to bright yellow in autumn.

Flower Color:
Brown-golden, can be attractive.

Bloom Time:
Late March to early April..

Fruit Description:
The fruit is oval, 1 inch long, attractive to wildlife.