The mighty, majestic oak has, throughout the centuries, been the subject of story, song and proverb. More than 80 species of this beautiful tree are found in North America. All oaks are deciduous trees with toothed leaves and heavy, furrowed bark. The fruit is, of course, the acorn. Like other deciduous trees, most oaks shed their leaves in fall. However, in warmer areas of the continent, some varieties, the ‘live’ oaks, keep their greenery throughout the winter. Oaks have always been economically important for their hard, strong wood which has a multitude of purposes including furniture and flooring. Oaks also have landscape uses although mature trees can dominate smaller sites.
Oak, White
Quercus alba
An impressive tree with a stately, broad-rounded form. Suitable for larger areas. Dark green leaves in the summer, turn showy red in the fall. Slow to moderate growth rate. Prefers acidic, moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Grows 50′-80′, with an equal spread.
Type of tree:
The White Oak falls into the following type(s): Shade Trees
Mature Height:
The White Oak grows to be 50′ – 80′ feet in height.
Mature Spread:
The White Oak has a spread of about 50′ – 80′ at full maturity.
Growth Rate:
This tree grows at a slow to medium growth rate.
Sun:
This oak does well in full sun.
Soil:
Soil type acidic, loamy, moist, sandy, well-drained
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