Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’, commonly known as Upright English Oak or Fastigiate English Oak, is an impressive deciduous specimen tree distinguished by its naturally narrow, upright crown and strong architectural form.
A cultivar of the native English Oak, this elegant tree offers much of the character, longevity and ecological value associated with traditional oak trees while occupying considerably less horizontal space.
Its closely ascending branches create a distinctive columnar to narrowly oval silhouette, making it particularly attractive for formal avenues, large gardens, parkland, estate entrances and architectural planting schemes.
The deeply lobed green foliage develops during spring, providing a rich green canopy throughout summer before turning shades of yellow and brown in autumn. Mature specimens may produce acorns, offering an additional food source for wildlife.
Unlike the broad, spreading crown of a typical English Oak, Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ retains a more upright habit, although its crown will gradually broaden as the tree matures.
This is an excellent choice where a substantial, long-lived specimen tree is required without the extensive lateral spread of a traditional oak.
Key Features of Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’
Distinctive narrow, upright crown
Elegant columnar to narrowly oval shape
Deciduous foliage with characteristic deeply lobed oak leaves
Attractive green summer foliage
Yellow-brown autumn colour
Mature trees may produce acorns
Cultivar of the UK native English Oak
Valuable wildlife habitat
Long-lived, substantial specimen tree
Excellent for formal avenues and architectural landscapes
Suitable for large gardens, estates and parkland
Hardy and well suited to the UK climate
Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ Plant Specification
Botanical name: Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’
Common name: Upright English Oak / Fastigiate English Oak
Family: Fagaceae
Tree type: Deciduous broadleaf tree
Mature height: Approximately 15–20m, potentially taller over time in favourable conditions.
Mature spread: Approximately 3–5m, although older specimens may become broader.
Growth rate: Moderate.
Crown shape: Narrowly upright, columnar to narrowly oval, becoming broader with age.
Foliage: Deciduous, with characteristic rounded, deeply lobed green leaves.
Autumn colour: Yellow to yellow-brown, sometimes with bronze tones.
Flowers: Inconspicuous spring flowers, with male flowers appearing as catkins.
Fruit: Acorns may develop on mature trees.
Position: Full sun or partial shade.
Soil: Adaptable to a range of soils, including clay, loam and suitable sandy or chalky soils, provided conditions support establishment.
Soil moisture: Prefers moist but reasonably well-drained soil. Tolerates some seasonal wetness but is not recommended for persistently waterlogged sites.
Exposure: Suitable for sheltered and moderately exposed positions. Established trees tolerate a range of typical UK conditions.
Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK.
Native status: Cultivar of the UK native English Oak.
Wildlife value: High. Oaks support a wide range of insects and associated wildlife, while mature trees can provide valuable habitat and food resources.
Maintenance: Generally low maintenance once established. Formative pruning may be beneficial when young to maintain a strong, well-balanced structure.
Root system: Extensive and potentially substantial with age. Allow adequate distance from buildings, underground services and hard landscaping.
Suitable uses: Formal avenues, architectural planting, large gardens, estates, parkland, specimen planting, wildlife-friendly landscapes and structured garden designs.
Why Choose an Upright English Oak?
Architectural Form and Vertical Structure
The defining feature of Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ is its upright, closely branched crown.
Its strong vertical silhouette introduces height and structure into a garden without the extensive horizontal spread of a conventional English Oak.
This makes it particularly effective when used to frame entrances, create formal avenues or provide rhythm within a landscape design.
An Excellent Tree for Avenues
Upright English Oak is especially well suited to avenue planting.
Its naturally narrow form allows trees to be planted in a structured arrangement, creating a strong visual effect while retaining more open space between the canopies than broad-crowned oak varieties.
For substantial residential properties, estates and commercial landscapes, it can provide an impressive, long-term avenue planting solution.
Wildlife and Biodiversity
As a cultivar of English Oak, Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ contributes to wildlife-friendly landscapes.
Its foliage supports insects, its branches offer opportunities for birds and other wildlife, and mature specimens may produce acorns.
Although its ecological performance may differ from naturally occurring English Oak, it remains a valuable choice for biodiversity-conscious planting.
Suitable for Large Gardens and Estates
While narrower than a traditional English Oak, this remains a substantial tree.
Its mature height, root system and long lifespan should be considered carefully before planting.
It is particularly appropriate for larger gardens, estate landscapes, parkland and generous planting areas where it can develop naturally over time.
Planting and Establishment
Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ performs best when planted in a position with adequate sunlight, suitable soil conditions and sufficient space for its mature crown and root system.
Prepare a generous planting area and ensure the root system is installed at the correct depth.
Newly planted trees should receive appropriate staking where required, adequate watering during establishment and a mulch layer kept clear of the trunk.
For larger specimens, professional planting is recommended to ensure correct handling, positioning, anchoring and aftercare.
Specimen Tree Delivery and Professional Planting
Landscaping Emporium, brought to you by Kirman Design, offers professional specimen tree supply and planting across selected areas of North West England.
We provide professional tree planting in the following postcode areas:
BB, BL, CH1–CH5, CW8, CW9, FY, L, LA1–LA6, M, OL, PR, SK1–SK12, WA and WN.
If your property is outside these areas, please contact us before selecting professional planting at checkout. We may still be able to assist depending on the location, tree size and access arrangements.
Before ordering, please consider delivery access, gate widths, steps, slopes, overhead restrictions and the space required for the selected specimen.
Tree availability, overall height, trunk girth, crown dimensions and root format will depend on the nursery stock and the specification selected.
For advice about choosing an appropriate specimen, delivery or professional planting, please contact our team.
Contact Landscaping Emporium
Landscaping Emporium – brought to you by Kirman Design
Unit 9, Bridgewater Business Park
Gladstone Street
Blackburn
BB1 3DL
Telephone: 01942 604976
Email: hello@landscapingemporium.co.uk
Website: www.landscapingemporium.co.uk
Professional tree supply and planting across North West England.
Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’, commonly known as Upright English Oak or Fastigiate English Oak, is an impressive deciduous specimen tree distinguished by its naturally narrow, upright crown and strong architectural form.
A cultivar of the native English Oak, this elegant tree offers much of the character, longevity and ecological value associated with traditional oak trees while occupying considerably less horizontal space.
Its closely ascending branches create a distinctive columnar to narrowly oval silhouette, making it particularly attractive for formal avenues, large gardens, parkland, estate entrances and architectural planting schemes.
The deeply lobed green foliage develops during spring, providing a rich green canopy throughout summer before turning shades of yellow and brown in autumn. Mature specimens may produce acorns, offering an additional food source for wildlife.
Unlike the broad, spreading crown of a typical English Oak, Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ retains a more upright habit, although its crown will gradually broaden as the tree matures.
This is an excellent choice where a substantial, long-lived specimen tree is required without the extensive lateral spread of a traditional oak.
Key Features of Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’
Distinctive narrow, upright crown
Elegant columnar to narrowly oval shape
Deciduous foliage with characteristic deeply lobed oak leaves
Attractive green summer foliage
Yellow-brown autumn colour
Mature trees may produce acorns
Cultivar of the UK native English Oak
Valuable wildlife habitat
Long-lived, substantial specimen tree
Excellent for formal avenues and architectural landscapes
Suitable for large gardens, estates and parkland
Hardy and well suited to the UK climate
Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ Plant Specification
Botanical name: Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’
Common name: Upright English Oak / Fastigiate English Oak
Family: Fagaceae
Tree type: Deciduous broadleaf tree
Mature height: Approximately 15–20m, potentially taller over time in favourable conditions.
Mature spread: Approximately 3–5m, although older specimens may become broader.
Growth rate: Moderate.
Crown shape: Narrowly upright, columnar to narrowly oval, becoming broader with age.
Foliage: Deciduous, with characteristic rounded, deeply lobed green leaves.
Autumn colour: Yellow to yellow-brown, sometimes with bronze tones.
Flowers: Inconspicuous spring flowers, with male flowers appearing as catkins.
Fruit: Acorns may develop on mature trees.
Position: Full sun or partial shade.
Soil: Adaptable to a range of soils, including clay, loam and suitable sandy or chalky soils, provided conditions support establishment.
Soil moisture: Prefers moist but reasonably well-drained soil. Tolerates some seasonal wetness but is not recommended for persistently waterlogged sites.
Exposure: Suitable for sheltered and moderately exposed positions. Established trees tolerate a range of typical UK conditions.
Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK.
Native status: Cultivar of the UK native English Oak.
Wildlife value: High. Oaks support a wide range of insects and associated wildlife, while mature trees can provide valuable habitat and food resources.
Maintenance: Generally low maintenance once established. Formative pruning may be beneficial when young to maintain a strong, well-balanced structure.
Root system: Extensive and potentially substantial with age. Allow adequate distance from buildings, underground services and hard landscaping.
Suitable uses: Formal avenues, architectural planting, large gardens, estates, parkland, specimen planting, wildlife-friendly landscapes and structured garden designs.
Why Choose an Upright English Oak?
Architectural Form and Vertical Structure
The defining feature of Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ is its upright, closely branched crown.
Its strong vertical silhouette introduces height and structure into a garden without the extensive horizontal spread of a conventional English Oak.
This makes it particularly effective when used to frame entrances, create formal avenues or provide rhythm within a landscape design.
An Excellent Tree for Avenues
Upright English Oak is especially well suited to avenue planting.
Its naturally narrow form allows trees to be planted in a structured arrangement, creating a strong visual effect while retaining more open space between the canopies than broad-crowned oak varieties.
For substantial residential properties, estates and commercial landscapes, it can provide an impressive, long-term avenue planting solution.
Wildlife and Biodiversity
As a cultivar of English Oak, Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ contributes to wildlife-friendly landscapes.
Its foliage supports insects, its branches offer opportunities for birds and other wildlife, and mature specimens may produce acorns.
Although its ecological performance may differ from naturally occurring English Oak, it remains a valuable choice for biodiversity-conscious planting.
Suitable for Large Gardens and Estates
While narrower than a traditional English Oak, this remains a substantial tree.
Its mature height, root system and long lifespan should be considered carefully before planting.
It is particularly appropriate for larger gardens, estate landscapes, parkland and generous planting areas where it can develop naturally over time.
Planting and Establishment
Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’ performs best when planted in a position with adequate sunlight, suitable soil conditions and sufficient space for its mature crown and root system.
Prepare a generous planting area and ensure the root system is installed at the correct depth.
Newly planted trees should receive appropriate staking where required, adequate watering during establishment and a mulch layer kept clear of the trunk.
For larger specimens, professional planting is recommended to ensure correct handling, positioning, anchoring and aftercare.
Specimen Tree Delivery and Professional Planting
Landscaping Emporium, brought to you by Kirman Design, offers professional specimen tree supply and planting across selected areas of North West England.
We provide professional tree planting in the following postcode areas:
BB, BL, CH1–CH5, CW8, CW9, FY, L, LA1–LA6, M, OL, PR, SK1–SK12, WA and WN.
If your property is outside these areas, please contact us before selecting professional planting at checkout. We may still be able to assist depending on the location, tree size and access arrangements.
Before ordering, please consider delivery access, gate widths, steps, slopes, overhead restrictions and the space required for the selected specimen.
Tree availability, overall height, trunk girth, crown dimensions and root format will depend on the nursery stock and the specification selected.
For advice about choosing an appropriate specimen, delivery or professional planting, please contact our team.
Contact Landscaping Emporium
Landscaping Emporium – brought to you by Kirman Design
Unit 9, Bridgewater Business Park
Gladstone Street
Blackburn
BB1 3DL
Telephone: 01942 604976
Email: hello@landscapingemporium.co.uk
Website: www.landscapingemporium.co.uk
Professional tree supply and planting across North West England.
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