Skinny Genes® Oak Tree

Quercus x bimundorum 'JFS-KW2QX'

$799⁹⁹

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Delivery and Shipping

Shipping

To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.

Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.

*If you have found your zone already, it will be highlighted in the table below.

Standard Shipping Rates

At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.

From	To	S&H
$0	$19.99	$24.99
$20	$49.99	$29.99
$50	$69.99	$34.99
$70	$99.99	$39.99
$100	$129.99	$44.99
$130	$149.99	$48.99
$150	$150+	Approx 28%

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Understanding Plant Options

Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Highlights

Skinny Genes® Oak Tree highlights at a glance!

Specifications

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Quercus x bimundorum 'JFS-KW2QX'
Growing Zones

4-8
Mature Height

40 - 45 feet
Mature Spread

8 - 10 feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Moderate
Soil

Well Drained
Growth Rate

Medium
Flower Color

Green
Fall Color

Yellow
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pruning Time

Late Winter
Bloom Period

Early Spring, Late Spring

Growing Zones 4-8

Find Your Growing Zone!

Striking columnar Skinny Genes® Oak Tree PP#24442 (Quercus robur x alba 'JFS-KW2QX') is a fantastic fit in small-space gardens. They look impossibly modern with long, lean lines and strongly Fastigiate Oak tree-styled branch structure.

Skinny Genes® is noted as the narrowest Oak tree cultivar to date! They grow quickly while young and bring an impressive sense of excitement to your landscape plan!

Lustrous, lobed deciduous foliage has a deep green, leathery appeal and resists powdery mildew. These clean, glossy leaves brighten to a glowing golden-yellow for fall color. This is a great choice for a pair of sentries flanking on either side of a formal home with a symmetrical facade. With their strong central leaders, furrowed bark and trim, and tight form, Skinny Genes® Columnar Oak trees announce your entryway in an elegant way.

Landscape Application:

The perfect street tree and great for use in commercial and city environments, these tough trees are still Oaks after all! A single specimen standing tall in your front yard becomes a unique focal point or a grouping in the backyard becomes a wildlife-friendly grove! Perfect for a lawn chair or hammock to rest beneath the shade.

Try your Skinny Genes® on for size in tight side yards. Use several of them as a tall privacy screen, measuring eight feet apart on center so the canopies grow together and touch. You might be pleasantly surprised by what an effective screen a single Skinny Genes Oak tree can be. Place it precisely where you need more privacy, and let it climb skyward to achieve your goal without overwhelming your space. You'll also enjoy a space-saving property division that won't overwhelm your landscape!

Run an evenly-spaced promenade of these lovely vertical accents along the length of your parking as a contemporary street planting. This treatment easily delivers fresh styling to your landscape. Create a noteworthy focal point with a curved lawn planting to enjoy from your deck or patio. Be creative with this specialty tree!

Elegant Columnar Straight Tree
Lustrous Oak Leaves With Rounded Lobes
Warm Golden Yellow Fall Color
Space-Saving Size
Street Trees, Specimens, Wildlife Friendly Groupings & Hedges

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Plant Skinny Genes Oak trees in full sun with at least six hours of direct sunlight a day. The soil should be well-drained, and new trees need consistent moisture with deep watering to encourage a deep root system that will benefit your tree in the long run during drought and cold. In late winter, prune to correct shape or remove broken branches as needed. Fertilize with a quality tree formula in spring, following the directions on the label.