oaks

A Propagation Manual for Quercus—in Spanish

By Roderick Cameron | February 13, 2021

A new publication fills a void

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The Red List of Oaks

By Website Editor | December 11, 2020

The Red List of Oaks 2020 has been published, detailing the completed IUCN Red List threat assessments for oaks.

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Oaks in Opera

By Roderick Cameron | October 9, 2020

Oaks have been featured in several operas. Here is a list of what we found.

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When Oak Leaves Fail to Fall

By Andrew Hipp | October 8, 2020

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Marcescent leaves persist on deciduous trees through winter.

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Fossils of Oak Ancestors Discovered in Argentina

By Website Editor | June 11, 2020

Researchers have unearthed a collection of chinquapin fruit and leaf fossils in Patagonia that suggests the Fagaceae family has evolutionary roots in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Oak Trials in New Zealand

By Kathryn Hurr | June 10, 2020

Seedlings examined by Oak Interest Group

The Oak Action Group of Farm Forestry New Zealand is planning to establish American Red Oak Timber Trial Blocks.

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Illustrated Oaks of the World

By David More | April 8, 2020

David More shares some of his magnificent illustrations of oaks, part of a work-in-progress.

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Book Review: The Bench Grafter's Handbook

By Trompenburg Gar... | December 11, 2019

A new book provides a comprehensive guide to the skills and knowledge involved in grafting temperate woody plants.

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The Oaks of Anlaby: the Forgotten Oak Treasures of South Australia’s Barossa Valley

By Website Editor | March 8, 2015

A brief survey of notable oaks at Anlaby, currently the largest collection of National Trust registered heritage trees in one location under private ownership in Australia.

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Vegetative Propagation of Oaks in Iturraran

By Website Editor | March 8, 2015

Seeking alternatives for adding rare oaks to collections.

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Editor's Picks

Oaks in Oz: Australian Oak Open Days, May 8–13, 2025

Oak collections and much more in Canberra, New South Wales...

Website Editor | Aug 11, 2025

Nay! Its Née, not Neé

A controversial publication proposes to change the...

Roderick Cameron | Aug 05, 2025

Group photo with champion Quercus arkansana in Bokrijk Arboretum

Belgian Oak Open Days: May 29–June 1, 2025

A team of reporters share their take on the event.

Website Editor | Jun 22, 2025

Plant Focus

Quercus ×bimundorum ‘Crimschmidt’ growing in the Prairie Arboretum, Freeman, South Dakota, USA © Dirk GiseburtQuercus ×bimundorum ‘Crimschmidt’ growing in the Prairie Arboretum, Freeman, South Dakota, USA © Dirk Giseburt

Hybrid Highlight: Quercus ×bimundorum E.J. Palmer, the ‘Oak of Two Worlds’

A naturally occurring hybrid between Quercus robur and Q. alba.

A Propagation Manual for Quercus—in Spanish

By Roderick Cameron | February 13, 2021

A new publication fills a void

Read more about A Propagation Manual for Quercus—in Spanish

The Red List of Oaks

By Website Editor | December 11, 2020

The Red List of Oaks 2020 has been published, detailing the completed IUCN Red List threat assessments for oaks.

Read more about The Red List of Oaks

Oaks in Opera

By Roderick Cameron | October 9, 2020

Oaks have been featured in several operas. Here is a list of what we found.

Read more about Oaks in Opera

When Oak Leaves Fail to Fall

By Andrew Hipp | October 8, 2020

Marcescent leaves persist on deciduous trees through winter.

Read more about When Oak Leaves Fail to Fall

Fossils of Oak Ancestors Discovered in Argentina

By Website Editor | June 11, 2020

Researchers have unearthed a collection of chinquapin fruit and leaf fossils in Patagonia that suggests the Fagaceae family has evolutionary roots in the Southern Hemisphere.

Read more about Fossils of Oak Ancestors Discovered in Argentina

Oak Trials in New Zealand

By Kathryn Hurr | June 10, 2020

The Oak Action Group of Farm Forestry New Zealand is planning to establish American Red Oak Timber Trial Blocks.

Read more about Oak Trials in New Zealand

Illustrated Oaks of the World

By David More | April 8, 2020

David More shares some of his magnificent illustrations of oaks, part of a work-in-progress.

Read more about Illustrated Oaks of the World

Book Review: The Bench Grafter's Handbook

By Trompenburg Gar... | December 11, 2019

A new book provides a comprehensive guide to the skills and knowledge involved in grafting temperate woody plants.

Read more about Book Review: The Bench Grafter's Handbook

The Oaks of Anlaby: the Forgotten Oak Treasures of South Australia’s Barossa Valley

By Website Editor | March 8, 2015

A brief survey of notable oaks at Anlaby, currently the largest collection of National Trust registered heritage trees in one location under private ownership in Australia.