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Quercus alba-White Oak-Majestic deciduous tree 2-2.5" cal B&B

Quercus alba-White Oak-Majestic deciduous tree 2-2.5" cal B&B

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Quercus alba

Description

The Quercus alba, commonly known as the White Oak, is a majestic deciduous tree native to eastern North America. It is renowned for its impressive size, longevity, and beautiful autumn foliage, which turns a vibrant red or burgundy. The White Oak is a keystone species in its ecosystem, providing habitat and food for a wide range of wildlife.

Suggested Uses

White Oaks are ideal for large landscapes, parks, and naturalized areas. They provide excellent shade and are often used in reforestation projects. Their acorns are a valuable food source for wildlife, making them a great choice for wildlife gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Quercus alba
  • Common Name Common Name: White Oak
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 50-80 feet tall, 50-80 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other native hardwoods

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in early spring or fall for best results
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Prefers moist, well-drained soil
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay soils
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect young trees from deer and rodents
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