Quercus 'Crimson Spire' #25 slideshow " Slow to start

" Slow to start

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Glossy green leaves provide a nice contrast against white blooms in late spring

The variegation is more subtle than the 'Yellow Gem' variety

Different chopsticks are a fun way to dress up or down a table

Quercus 'Crimson Spire' #25 slideshow " Slow to startQuercus 'Crimson Spire', otherwise known as 'Crimschmidt', is a stately columnar selection originating as a hybrid of Q. robur (English oak) and Q. alba (white oak), it combines the best characteristics of both varieties. Dark green, mildew resistant foliage turns a bright reddish hue in the fall. Fast growing, with a tight, upright habit, it is adaptable to a wide range of growing conditions. It's columnar form is good fit for narrow spaces as a