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Quercus macrocarpa

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Quercus Macrocarpa 3 Quercus Macrocarpa 2 Quercus Macrocarpa 1 Quercus Macrocarpa Quercus Macrocarpa 10 Quercus Macrocarpa 7 Quercus Macrocarpa 5 Quercus Macrocarpa 13

Quercus macrocarpa

Common Name: Bur Oak

Bur Oak is a large, slow-growing tree reaching 70 to 100 feet tall, known for its thick, corky bark and large, fringed acorns. It is one of the most drought-tolerant oaks, thriving in dry prairies to moist bottomlands throughout Minnesota. Bur Oak is an excellent shade tree for large landscapes and is critical for supporting wildlife, including as a host plant for hundreds of Lepidoptera species. It is also fire-tolerant and well-suited for savanna restoration.

Characteristics

Product Form Tree/Shrub
Type Woody
Sun Full Sun, Partial Sun
Soil Clay, Loam, Sand/Gravel, Calcareous
Moisture Dry, Mesic, Wet
Average Max Height (Feet) 70
Suggested Plant Spacing (Feet) 50
Bloom month(s) April, May
Bloom Color or Type Catkin
Dominance Medium

Range Maps

Quercus Macrocarpa Usa Map
Quercus Macrocarpa Mn Map

Planting Information

Dig a hole in your planting site slightly larger than the plant’s root system. When placing the plant into the hole, ensure that the soil line remains consistent with its original level in the pot. Fill in around the roots with the excavated soil, gently firming it to eliminate air pockets. Water the plant thoroughly the same day to promote successful establishment.
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