The leaves are very dark green and glossy. It has very unusual branching characteristics with ridged twigs. The branching is excellent for winter interest. The fall foliage is yellowish brown. The growth rate is slow to moderate.
English oaks have a broad shape with a rounded top.
They are tolerant of heavy clay soils. The branches grow out almost horizontally casting a dense shade. English oaks have a moderate grow rate once established. The fall foliage is yellowish-brown. Northern red oak is a faster growing oak with broad spreading branches and a round crown.