{"product_id":"quercus-coccifera-flatpot","title":"Quercus coccifera - Flatpot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eQuercus coccifera\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the kermes oak or spiny oak, is an evergreen shrub belonging to the Fagaceae family. Typical of Mediterranean regions, this plant is known for its resilience and adaptability to difficult conditions, including poor soils, strong winds, and arid climates. Ideal for natural gardens, defensive hedges, and low-maintenance green spaces, the \u003cstrong\u003eQuercus coccifera\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hardy and long-lived plant that adds an authentic touch to the Mediterranean landscape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCHARACTERISTICS OF QUERCUS COCCIFERA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eQuercus coccifera\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, spiny shrub that can grow up to 2–4 meters tall. Its foliage consists of small, dark green, leathery leaves with shiny, spiny margins, giving the plant a dense and hardy structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn spring, it produces small, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers, followed by oval brown acorns that ripen in autumn. These acorns provide a food source for wildlife and add a natural, decorative touch to the plant. The \u003cstrong\u003eQuercus coccifera\u003c\/strong\u003e is extremely hardy and can thrive in alkaline, poor, and well-drained soils, tolerating drought and high salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePLANTING AND MAINTENANCE OF QUERCUS COCCIFERA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eQuercus coccifera\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers full sun but also adapts well to partial shade. Thanks to its \u003cem\u003eFlat Pot Ø50 cm\u003c\/em\u003e size, this plant is ready to be planted directly in the garden or along boundaries, where it can be used as a defensive hedge thanks to its spiny branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the first few months after planting, it is important to water regularly to promote establishment. Once established, it requires very little water and is highly drought-tolerant. Maintenance is minimal: light pruning can be carried out in late winter to maintain the desired shape or remove dry branches. Its high resilience makes it ideal for low-maintenance gardens and natural landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eQuercus coccifera\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs perfectly with Mediterranean and xerophytic plants to create hardy, harmonious gardens. For borders or natural hedges, pair it with plants such as \u003cstrong\u003ePistacia lentiscus\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eElaeagnus x ebbingei\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eCistus creticus\u003c\/strong\u003e, which complement its structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn rock gardens or natural landscapes, it can be combined with ornamental grasses such as \u003cstrong\u003eStipa tenuissima\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ePennisetum setaceum\u003c\/strong\u003e, which add movement and lightness. For a touch of colour, pair it with perennials such as \u003cstrong\u003eLavandula angustifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eGaura lindheimeri\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a natural yet sophisticated effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100.088%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlatPot Ø50 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFagaceae\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDark green, leathery, evergreen\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYellow-green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlowering period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eApril, May\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDown to -15°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrought tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSalt tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaximum height reached\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2–4 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6872%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFull sun, partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BotanicalDryGarden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53825981153606,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0458\/0727\/2104\/files\/Quercuscoccifera_flatpot_R50.png?v=1736758891","url":"https:\/\/www.botanicaldrygarden.com\/en\/products\/quercus-coccifera-flatpot","provider":"BotanicalDryGarden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}