QUERCUS SUBER CULTIVO
Quercus suber, or Cork Oak, is a slow-growing evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean, prized for its thick, harvestable cork bark. Highly drought-tolerant and low maintenance, it’s ideal for sustainable landscapes, agroforestry, and ecological restoration.
Botanical Name: Quercus suber
Common Names: Cork Oak, Alcornoque
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils; tolerates poor, sandy, or rocky substrates, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Foliage: Evergreen, leathery, dark green leaves with grey undersides
Flowers: Inconspicuous yellow catkins in spring; produces small acorns
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Uses:
Ornamental and Productive Tree: Quercus suber is highly appreciated for its sculptural form, long lifespan, and iconic cork-producing bark, making it a standout in Mediterranean and sustainable landscape designs.
Cork Production: Widely cultivated for its bark, which is sustainably harvested every 9–12 years and used in cork manufacturing worldwide.
Agroforestry & Habitat Creation: Ideal for silvopasture systems, it provides shade for livestock and habitat for a wide range of Mediterranean fauna.
Benefits:
Drought Resistance: Exceptionally adapted to hot, dry climates; thrives with minimal irrigation once established.
Low Maintenance: Resilient to pests and diseases, requires minimal care beyond pruning and cork harvesting in production settings.
Ecological Value: Supports biodiversity; provides food (acorns), shelter, and ecological structure for native species.
Longevity and Structure: Offers lasting beauty, structure, and economic return through sustainable cork production and landscape value.
Quercus suber is a robust, evergreen Mediterranean tree that combines ornamental elegance with ecological and economic significance. Cultivated for centuries for cork, it also enhances biodiversity and resilience in dryland landscapes.
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CAREFUL TREE TRANSPORTATION
At Treezom, we take great care in transporting your trees to ensure they arrive in perfect condition. Our expert team uses various methods, depending on the size and volume of the order, to provide safe and efficient delivery. Whether you're ordering a single tree or a bulk order, we guarantee high standards of handling and care throughout the process.
MULTIPLE SHIPPING METHODS
- Truck Delivery: Ideal for local or regional deliveries, ensuring a smooth and timely shipment of your trees directly to your location.
- Sea Containers (20’ or 40’): Perfect for larger orders or international shipping. Our sea containers are equipped to handle bulk shipments with optimal protection.
- Other Customized Solutions: Depending on the size and nature of your order, we can offer tailored shipping methods to meet your specific needs.
No matter the shipping method, we use specialized packaging and handling procedures to protect the trees during transit, ensuring they arrive healthy and ready for planting.
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