Quercus alba
,
Deciduous
White oak is abundant across much of the eastern US reaching its western limit at about the Missouri River where it just reaches into
southeast Nebraska. It's an excellent ornamental tree because of its broad round crown, dense foliage, and purplish-red to violet-purple
fall color.
Where To Grow
As with all trees, its success is determined by the soil type, amount of available moisture, and adjacent infrastructure (buildings, roads,
etc.).
Suitable to plant east of the 100th meridian.
Size at Maturity
Tree Height
Tree Spread
50-70'
40-50'
Wildlife Benefits
Like bur oak, it is extremely important in aiding biodiversity providing food and habitat to an incredible variety of important animals.
The acorns are eaten by squirrels, blue jays, crows, red-headed woodpeckers, deer, turkey, quail, mice, chipmunks, ducks, and raccoons.
Interesting Facts
The trees distinctive glossy green, broadly-lobed leaves develop a nice dusty-red fall color and are often retained on the tree well into
winter.
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