Black Oak*
Black oak*
Quercus veluntina
Type: Large tree
Sun Needs: Full sun
Soil Moisture: Dry-Medium
Mature Size(ft): 50-60 x 50-60
Bloom Time: April-May
Growth Rate: Medium
Estimated size at delivery: 3-4
Container size: 3 gallon
Where It Works Well
• A medium shade tree for lawns, streets or parks.
Ecological benefits:
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and beetles
On mature trees, large crops of acorns usually appear every 2 to 3 years. Acorns are an important food source for wildlife (e.g., deer, squirrels, small rodents, turkeys, grouse, jays and other birds).
Other info:
*Recommended by Purdue University Indiana Climate Change Impacts Assessment as a good species to plant in the face of climate change. Well drained soils tolerates poor dry soils. Medium shade tree for lawns, streets. Less susceptible to common oak diseases.
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Pick up of pre-ordered plants will be Thursday October 2nd, and Friday October 3rd. Please add these dates to your calendar. An email with additional details will be sent closer to that date.
We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pick up. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pick up. Remember, you are investing in quality root stock vs vigorous above ground leafing or height. The provided estimated heights at delivery are not guaranteed.
Photos: Arbor Day Foundation and/or Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder