Columnar English oak (Quercus robur 'Fastigiata') is a deciduous tree that is a cultivar of the English oak. It is a tall, narrow tree that can grow up to 50 to 60 feet (15 to 18 meters) tall and only 15 to 20 feet (4.5 to 6 meters) wide.
The tree has a tight, upright habit with a columnar shape and produces small, yellowish-green flowers in the spring that are followed by acorns in the fall. Its foliage is a dark, green color with lobed leaves that turn a yellow or brown color in the fall. The bark of the Columnar English oak is gray-brown and develops ridges and furrows with age.
Columnar English oak is a popular tree for urban landscapes and smaller gardens due to its narrow, upright growth habit. It is also known for its hardiness and adaptability to a range of soil types and environmental conditions.