European Turkey Oak Seeds
Quercus cerris
£4.00 – £27.90
Natural Germination: The seeds of Turkey Oak undergo a natural stratification process over winter, preparing them for germination.
Artificial Stratification: For artificial germination, mix the seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 60-90 days before planting.
- ✓ Seeds to grow your own Turkey Oak - Quercus cerris, a fast-growing deciduous tree
- ✓ Distinctive lobed leaves and unique mossy-cupped acorns
- ✓ Mature height of 25-40 meters, ideal for large gardens or parks
- ✓ Adaptable to various soil types, including dry and alkaline conditions
- ✓ Supports wildlife and provides excellent shade when mature
Turkey Oak – Quercus cerris seeds offer an exciting opportunity to grow your own majestic oak tree from the very beginning. Native to southeastern Europe and Asia Minor, the Turkey Oak has become a popular ornamental tree in the UK due to its fast growth rate and attractive appearance. These acorns, when planted, will develop into impressive deciduous trees that can reach heights of 25-40 meters at maturity. The Turkey Oak is known for its distinctive leaves, which are deeply lobed and have bristle-tipped teeth, providing a unique texture to the tree’s canopy. In autumn, these leaves turn a warm brown colour before falling, creating a beautiful seasonal display.
One of the most striking features of the mature Turkey Oak is its bark, which becomes deeply furrowed and cork-like with age, adding winter interest to the landscape. The acorns themselves are also quite distinctive, with mossy-looking cups that cover about half of the nut. These acorns are produced annually, typically maturing in their second year, and provide a valuable food source for wildlife.
Turkey Oaks are fast-growing compared to many other oak species, making them an excellent choice for those who want to see quicker results in their landscaping projects. They are also known for their adaptability to various soil types and their tolerance of urban conditions, making them suitable for a range of garden situations.
Growing oaks from seed is a rewarding long-term project. While it requires patience, watching your own Turkey Oak develop from a tiny acorn into a towering tree is a truly satisfying experience. These seeds are ideal for those interested in forestry, conservation, or simply creating a lasting legacy in their garden or woodland.
Protect young seedlings from frost and wildlife. Once established, Turkey Oaks are relatively low-maintenance and drought-tolerant. They prefer full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Be aware that these trees can grow quite large, so consider their mature size when choosing a planting location.
Natural Germination: The seeds of Turkey Oak undergo a natural stratification process over winter, preparing them for germination.
Artificial Stratification: For artificial germination, mix the seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 60-90 days before planting.
Scarification
Soak in water for 24 hours
Cold Stratification
Cold stratify for 60 days
Germinate
Expect about 95% germinancy
Difficulty Level
Easy
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
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Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £0.95 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | This item |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | This item |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £4.49 (Flat) | |
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £28.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) | £24.95 (Flat) | |
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
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We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
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