- Valued for its smaller stature, symmetrical shape, and it features vibrant folliage in the fall seaso - Adaptable to most soil conditions including clay soil so can be a great choice to tolerate urban conditions, but tends to prefer more rich, slightly acidic soil - Ideal for moist sites and can tolerant short periods of standing water or seasonal flooding - Pin oak is locally abundant nearby to east & west of Lake Erie, but has also been planted beyond this range.