bur oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) - Shade trees

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun, Shade

Hardiness zone

2-8

Minimum temperature

−51°F (−46°C)

Soil type

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

bur oak

Quercus Macrocarpa

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun, Shade
Hardiness zone: 2-8
Minimum temperature: −51°F (−46°C)
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height70 ft-80 ft

Mature width70 ft-80 ft

Plant typeShade trees

Bloom seasonSpring

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Pet safe❌toxic

Deer resistant❌No

Pollinator-friendly—Bees

bur oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) - Shade trees

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