TREASURE TREES
#129 Willow Oak (Quercus phellos)
This giant willow oak is now one of the largest known in Mecklenburg County. It stands in the city right-of-way property close to the intersection of Hollis Road and Sloan Street in south Charlotte. It was nominated in 2021.
Statistics (2022)
- Circumference (In.): 246"
- Height (Ft.): 87'
- Avg. Crown Spread (Ft.): 106'
- Total Points: 360
More Information
- Nominated By: Mary Propst and Laurie Hofer
- Year Added: 2022
- Owned By: City of Charlotte
- Current condition: Good
- Neighborhood: Colonial Village
- Property Type: Public Right of Way
- Nearest Address: Intersection of Hollis Rd. & Sloan St., Charlotte NC 28209
- Ecological Value: Willow Oaks are adaptable to a variety of soil types and make a great urban tree. They are utilized in commercial establishments, parks, golf courses, large yards and as street trees around Charlotte.
- Nominated By: Mary Propst and Laurie Hofer
- Year Added: 2022
- Owned By: City of Charlotte
- Current condition: Good
- Neighborhood: Colonial Village
- Property Type: Public Right of Way
- Nearest Address: Intersection of Hollis Rd. & Sloan St., Charlotte NC 28209
- Ecological Value: Willow Oaks are adaptable to a variety of soil types and make a great urban tree. They are utilized in commercial establishments, parks, golf courses, large yards and as street trees around Charlotte.
