Running Oak (Pumila)

The Running Oak (Pumila) is generally described as a perennial shrub. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The greatest bloom is usually observed in the spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Running Oak (Pumila) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a slow growth rate. At maturity, the typical Running Oak (Pumila) will reach up to 3 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 1 foot.

The Running Oak (Pumila) is not commonly available from nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 12°F. has high tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.