Swamp white oak - Free

Quercus bicolor

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Swamp white oak
Family : 
Fagaceae
Origin : 
Native
Hardiness : 
4b
Exposition : 
Full sun or partial shade
Height at maturity : 
20 m
Spread at maturity : 
18 m
Spacing requirement from power lines and infrastructure : 
11 m
Tree size : 
Large
Crown shape : 
Globular
Roots : 
Intermediate, strong roots
Growth rate : 
Slow
Soil and moisture : 
Deep, moist and acidic.
Tolerance to road salt : 
High
Tolerance to pollution : 
High
Tolerance to spray salt : 
Low
Tolerance to compaction  : 
Average
Common problems (disease, fungus, insects) : 
Slight sensitivity to anthracnose and various insects.
Special comments : 
It offers splendid shading and has impressive longevity potential. It attracts birds and small animals while producing edible, sweet-tasting acorns. adds both timeless beauty and character to any property.

LEAVES

Sinuate leaves, dark green and shiny above, greyish and pubescent below; brunettes in autumn. 

 

 

FLOWERS

Green catkins in spring.

FRUITS

Oblong acorns on a long peduncle; sweet tasting edible seed; 2 to 3 cm in length; in autumn. 

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