Botanical profile

Quercus × macdanielii Clemons Heritage

Latin name
Quercus × macdanielii Clemons Heritage
Common name
'Clemons Heritage' Oak
Type
TREE
Family
Fagaceae

Quercus × macdanielii 'Clemons Heritage' is a vigorous, upright hybrid oak, resulting from a cross between Quercus robur (English oak) and Quercus macrocarpa (bur oak). It is distinguished by its broad pyramidal habit, rapid growth, and deeply lobed, dark green foliage, which turns beautiful golden-brown hues in autumn. Highly resistant to powdery mildew, drought, and salt, it is perfectly suited for urban plantings, large gardens, or landscape alignments. Its straight trunk and well-structured crown give it a majestic and regular silhouette. This cultivar prefers full sun exposure and well-drained, deep soil. 'Clemons Heritage' combines resistance, presence, and vigor, ideal for structuring large spaces with longevity.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate, very tolerant once established
Fertilization
Spring, mature compost if soil is depleted
Soil type
Well-drained, deep, tolerant
Minimum temperature
-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Greenish yellow (discreet catkins)
Fruiting
Ovoid, sparse and ornamental acorns
Foliage color
Dark green → golden brown (autumn)
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Pyramidal large
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
15–20 m (49–66 ft)
Width
10–12 m (33–39 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.