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Cork Oak - Quercus suber
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Cork Oak - Quercus suber
Few trees command a landscape like the Cork Oak. Its deeply fissured, sculptural bark delivers an immediate sense of age and permanence that no other species can replicate, an asset that only appreciates over time.
Why Cork Oak
Architectural bark: Thick, fissured cork bark provides unmatched textural presence from the moment of installation.
Evergreen canopy: Broad, year-round foliage delivers reliable shade and consistent structure across all seasons.
Exceptional longevity: One of the most enduring landscape trees available; a permanent fixture in any serious planting scheme.
Heat and drought tolerance: Highly adapted to warm, dry conditions; performs without compromise in Australia's most demanding climates.
Minimal intervention required: Naturally self-sufficient once established, with no ongoing maintenance demands.
Ideal Applications
Prestige feature planting: A commanding centrepiece for estate lawns, courtyards, and landmark properties.
Canopy shade: Delivers broad, cooling shade over outdoor entertaining and circulation areas.
Mediterranean and dry-climate landscapes: Anchors European-influenced and drought-adapted design schemes with authority.
Avenue and boulevard planting: Consistent spacing across large projects creates a powerful, cohesive formal structure.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 12–15m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, acidic to neutral soils; tolerates poor, sandy or rocky soils; drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogged conditions
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly during the first two to three years to establish a strong root system, then reduce to occasional deep watering during dry periods. Apply a layer of mulch around the base, keeping it clear of the trunk, to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
Plant Details
Height: 15–20m
Width: 15–20m
Growth Rate: Slow
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun
Native to: Western Mediterranean region, including Portugal, Spain, southern France, Italy, and North Africa
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
