Quercus, Hybrid English Oak 'Regal Prince'

I purchased mine in 2013. It has done pretty well considering its site placement, care and attention, etc. Growth rate, here in TN, for...Read More mine at least, has been moderate to slow. It is a neat compact tree with no problems.

This is a hybrid, the result of a cross between Q. robur 'Fastigiata' and Q. bicolor. Its habit is upright, columnar to narrow-oval, reac...Read Morehing 40-60' tall and 20-25' wide. Branching is fastigiate.

Oaks are susceptible to a large number of pests and diseases. REGAL PRINCE is noted for having excellent resistance to powdery mildew and borers, and to wind and ice.

The cultivar name is 'Long'. REGAL PRINCE is a proprietary trade name.

US PP # 12,673

Chicago area June 2016 - bought as a container plant. We have a healthy northern red oak in the property so I was very hopeful. Regal P...Read Morerince transplanted wonderfully and put on new growth! YAY! Fast forward to mid July. Japanese beetles have emerged and they are devouring the leaves. It is more than 50% eaten through.