Regal Prince Oak

Regal Prince Oak (Quercus robur x bicolor 'Long')

Regal Prince Oak delivers bold shade and a refined, upright look that fits modern landscapes and classic properties alike. It is a great option when you want a substantial oak presence but prefer a narrower canopy that is easier to place near patios, drives, and property lines. As it matures, it provides real cooling shade while keeping a clean, organized silhouette. This is a strong long-term tree for customers who want durability, structure, and a polished finish.

Distinctive Features

This hybrid oak develops a tall, upright habit with a more controlled spread than many traditional shade oaks. The foliage is rich green through summer, with a lighter underside that can add subtle contrast in breezes, and fall color tends to be warm yellow to bronze. It builds a strong trunk and sturdy branching, giving it a composed, architectural look as it ages. The overall effect is a dependable canopy tree that feels intentional and space-smart.

Growing Conditions

• Sun: Full sun is best for dense growth and the strongest canopy.
• Soil: Adaptable to many soil types, including heavier soils, with best performance in well-drained ground.
• Water: Water consistently during the first one to two seasons, then provide deep watering during extended dry periods.
• USDA Zones: 4 to 8.
• Site: Allow room for a large tree at maturity while taking advantage of its narrower form for tighter placements.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Use as a signature shade tree where its upright form can frame an entry, define a lawn, or anchor a main view.
• Space-Smart Shade: Plant where you want meaningful shade but cannot accommodate a very wide canopy.
• Street and Boulevard Planting: Use in corridors where a strong, uniform tree is needed with better clearance and a tidier outline.
• Property Structure: Place to establish long-term backbone and scale in larger foundation plantings and mixed borders.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Deep water weekly during the first growing season, then taper as roots expand.
• Mulching: Maintain a mulch ring to protect roots and conserve moisture, keeping mulch off the trunk.
• Pruning: Prune in dormancy to remove dead wood and guide a strong central leader and well-spaced branches.
• Establishment: Avoid turf competition close to the trunk to help the tree settle in faster and grow more evenly.

Why Choose Regal Prince Oak?

• Upright Habit: Narrower canopy makes it easier to fit into designed landscapes and tighter spaces.
• Strong Shade: Develops into a substantial canopy that improves comfort and usability outdoors.
• Durable Performance: Establishes into a dependable oak that tolerates a range of landscape conditions.
• Clean Design Lines: Offers a composed, architectural look that complements both traditional and modern settings.

Regal Prince Oak is a smart way to get long-term oak strength and shade without sacrificing space or design control. Give it full sun, a good start, and room to rise, and it will reward you with decades of structure, comfort, and a landscape presence that feels truly established.