WHITE OAK

Plant Name: White Oak
Scientific Name: Quercus alba — White Oak
Mature Height: 50–80 ft
Mature Spread: 50–80 ft
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate (1–2 ft/year)
Sun: Full sun
Water: Moderate; 5–10 gal per watering while establishing, 2–3 times/week in hot, dry weather; 15–25 gal per watering once established during extended dry periods
Foliage: Large, rounded-lobed, blue-green to dark green leaves; deciduous
Fall Color: Red, burgundy, purple, and brown
Flower Color: Inconspicuous greenish-yellow catkins
Bloom Time: Spring
Fruit: Acorns, approximately ¾–1 in. long, with shallow cup-like caps
Hardiness Zones: 3–9 (−40°F to 30°F)
Features: Long-lived; broad, massive canopy; valuable wildlife tree; excellent shade tree; strong wood
Additional Facts: White Oak develops its best form in deep, well-drained soil and ample growing space. It is generally slower-growing than many common shade trees but can live for several centuries. It is native primarily to the eastern and central United States.