{"product_id":"regal-prince-oak-quercus-regal-prince","title":"Regal Prince® Oak  (Quercus Regal Prince)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Perfect Columnar Oak for Modern Landscapes and Privacy Screening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegal Prince® Oak gives you the stature, shade, and long-term value of an oak tree without the wide horizontal spread that most oak trees require. Its narrow, upright habit makes it an excellent choice for urban landscapes, suburban yards, driveway borders, privacy rows, and tight spaces where a full-size shade tree would normally be too broad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Regal Prince Oak is ideal for urban landscapes due to its columnar shape, making it suitable for narrow spaces and providing a formal look when planted in rows. This regal prince oak tree brings classic oak character-glossy foliage, acorns, strong branching, and seasonal color-while staying compact enough for modern landscape plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want an oak with presence, screening, and structure, but you do not have room for a massive low canopy or sprawling crown, Regal Prince is built for that space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMildew-Resistant Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e – Regal Prince Oak's glossy, green summer foliage is mildew-resistant, making it a low-maintenance option for landscaping in various climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpace-Efficient Design\u003c\/strong\u003e – The Regal Prince Oak typically reaches a mature height of 40 to 60 feet and a spread of 15 to 25 feet, making it suitable for smaller landscape areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Growth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e – This hybrid oak tree is known for its vigorous growth rate and unique columnar form, which allows it to thrive in urban landscapes with limited space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e – This oak tree is known for its excellent winter hardiness and can tolerate wind and ice, making it suitable for various climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Regal Prince Oak thrives in full sun and can adapt to a variety of soil conditions, including both normal and dry soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegal Prince Oak is known for its glossy, dark green leaves that are resistant to mildew and provide a striking visual contrast with their two-toned appearance. The foliage is dark glossy green on top with a striking silvery-green underside, then turns golden-yellow in autumn for added seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes It Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost oak trees need a large yard, broad open ground, and decades of waiting before they become practical shade or screening trees. Regal Prince is different because it keeps the oak form tall, narrow, and controlled, making it useful where traditional oak trees would overwhelm the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegal Prince® Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Vigor\u003c\/strong\u003e – The Regal Prince Oak (Quercus x warei) is a hybrid tree resulting from a cross between the fastigiate English Oak (Q. robur f. fastigiata) and the Swamp White Oak (Q. bicolor).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColumnar Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e – Its upright, fastigiate english oak influence helps the tree maintain a narrow, straight, columnar shape with minimal pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrban Toughness\u003c\/strong\u003e – The Regal Prince Oak is resistant to powdery mildew and can adapt to a wide range of soil conditions, including both wet and dry environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts parentage combines quercus robur, quercus robur fastigiata, quercus bicolor, and swamp white oak strength into one extremely tough hybrid oak. Selected by Earl Cully in Jacksonville, Illinois, the patented cultivar ‘Long’-often listed as Quercus x warei ‘Long’ or warei long-was developed for durability, form, and landscape performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oak tree is often used for screening and wind breaking, as its dense foliage can block unsightly views and reduce noise from traffic. It is a smart option for communities, commercial sites, narrow streets, and residential yards where \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/collections\/landscape-trees\"\u003elong-lasting landscape structure and shade trees\u003c\/a\u003e all matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Grow Regal Prince Oak Successfully\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant in Full Sun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose a location with full sun, good soil moisture during establishment, and enough room for the expected mature spread. Regal Prince Oak thrives in full sun and can adapt to a variety of soil conditions, including both normal and dry soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatch It Establish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce planted, mulch around the base, keep the root zone moist but not waterlogged, and feed Regal Prince Oak once a year with a slow-release fertilizer to promote healthy growth. The tree transplants well for an oak and begins putting energy into fast vertical growth as it settles in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy the Results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver time, Regal Prince develops into a tall, narrow shade tree that can provide screening, wind protection, seasonal interest, and strong architectural structure, pairing well with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/collections\/evergreen-trees\"\u003eevergreen privacy trees for year-round screening\u003c\/a\u003e. For privacy screening, the trees should be spaced 7 to 10 feet apart; standalone specimens require 15 to 20 feet of clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best long-term health, prune only when needed and preferably during dormancy to reduce oak wilt risk. Young trees may need trunk protection from deer browse, mower damage, or wind exposure while they establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Name: Quercus x warei ‘Long’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Name: Regal Prince® Oak, Regal Prince Oak, Prince Oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/collections\/oak-trees\"\u003eOak trees for shade and privacy\u003c\/a\u003e \/ Shade Tree \/ Columnar Oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParentage: Cross of fastigiate English Oak and Swamp White Oak, offering an alternative to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/coast-live-oak-quercus-agrifolia\"\u003eCoast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia)\u003c\/a\u003e in many California landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature Size: This tree typically grows to a height of 40-60 feet with a spread of 20-25 feet, making it suitable for urban landscapes and smaller spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternate Mature Size Range: The Regal Prince Oak typically reaches a mature height of 40 to 60 feet and a spread of 15 to 25 feet, making it suitable for smaller landscape areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardiness Zone: It thrives across USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 9, with especially excellent winter hardiness in cold winter climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun Exposure: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast growing to vigorous for a columnar oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Requirements: Adaptable to various soil types including rich, moist loams, heavy clay, and sandy soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Conditions: Handles a wide range of soil conditions, including wet, moist, average, normal, and dry environments once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage: Glossy, leathery, dark green leaves with silvery-green undersides that pair well with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/autumn-moor-grass-sesleria-autumnalis\"\u003eAutumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis)\u003c\/a\u003e and other fine-textured groundcovers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFall Color: Golden-yellow autumn foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWildlife Value: It produces 1-inch oval acorns that provide food for local wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance: Low maintenance; annual slow-release fertilizer recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest Uses: Screening, specimen tree, wind break, street tree, small groups, formal rows, and urban landscapes where \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/collections\/trees\"\u003emature trees for instant impact\u003c\/a\u003e are desired\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting Notes: Add mulch after planting, avoid burying the root flare, and keep soil moisture consistent during the first season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock Format: Available stock may include container-grown or root-balled trees depending on season and location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping \/ Delivery: Yardwork can help plan delivery or ship eligible stock where available; timing may vary by week and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oak is commonly sold as a premium landscape tree because it provides the structure of quercus without the footprint of a broad-spreading oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomeowners with narrow lots needing vertical screening\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrban property owners wanting classic oak trees in limited space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandscapers designing privacy solutions for modern neighborhoods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone seeking a low-maintenance, fast-growing shade tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegal Prince is an excellent choice if you want to provide screening without crowding your yard, driveway, patio, or property line. It also works well in small groups where a formal look is desired, especially when planted in rows for privacy or wind reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this oak when you want the appearance of a traditional oak tree, the toughness of swamp white oak, and the narrow outline of fastigiate english oak in one landscape-ready plant, or when you’re pairing it with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/cork-oak-quercus-suber\"\u003eCork Oak (Quercus suber) in Mediterranean-style designs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Regal Prince Oak grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegal Prince Oak has a vigorous growth rate for a columnar oak, especially when planted in full sun with consistent soil moisture during establishment. In favorable soil conditions, it can put on strong vertical growth each season and become useful for screening within 5 to 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it stay narrow or spread out over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, Regal Prince Oak is known for its narrow, columnar shape. As it reaches maturity, the crown may become slightly more oval, but it remains far more space-efficient than most oak trees. For privacy screening, the trees should be spaced 7 to 10 feet apart; standalone specimens require 15 to 20 feet of clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat soil conditions does it prefer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegal Prince Oak adapts well to many soil types. It is adaptable to various soil types including rich, moist loams, heavy clay, and sandy soils. It also performs in both wet and dry environments once established, though young trees benefit from steady moisture and mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMature Regal Prince Oak is generally durable, but young plants may be browsed by deer. The tree produces 1-inch oval acorns that provide food for local wildlife, so it supports birds and mammals while adding long-term ecological value to the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen is the best time to plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn California and many other regions, late fall through winter is often ideal because cooler weather and seasonal rain help roots establish before spring growth. November through early spring is a strong planting window in many yards, while warmer areas may also plant in early spring with irrigation. Avoid summer planting unless you have a solid watering plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Regal Prince Oak need pruning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMinimal pruning is expected. Remove damaged or crossing branches as needed, but avoid heavy pruning during active growth because oak wilt can enter through fresh wounds. If the tree must be pruned, schedule the work during dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to Transform Your Landscape?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003eRegal Prince® Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e for a tall, narrow, mildew resistant, extremely tough shade tree that brings structure, screening, and classic oak beauty to modern landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYardwork can help you choose the right stock size, confirm spacing, review soil conditions, and plan California delivery for your yard or project site, whether you’re adding Regal Prince or exploring \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.useyardwork.com\/\"\u003enearby nursery options for privacy and evergreen trees\u003c\/a\u003e. 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