White Oak

Scientific Name: Quercus alba
Zone: 3-9
Mature Height: 50-135 ft
Mature Width: 40-70 ft
Fruit: 1/2″ to 1″ nuts that ripen September through October, full crops only happen once every 4 to 8 years
Flowers: Dangling yellow/green flowers or red spikes
Bloom Time: Spring
Growth Rate: Medium (12” – 24” per year)
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter
Drought Tolerance: Poor
Flood Tolerance: Moderate
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Deep purple
Wildlife Value: Over 180 kinds of birds and mammals use the acorns as a food source. It is a great tree to plant for butterflies as it supports hundreds of species of caterpillars.

** 1 1/4″ White Oak are pick up or local delivery only **