Name | Bur Oak |
Scientific Name | Quercus macrocarpa |
Wildlife Value | Excellent |
Average Height | 65’ |
Origin | Native |
Shade Tolerance | Intolerant |
Drought Tolerance | Very tolerant |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Fruit | Acorn |
Special Characteristics | Fire-resistant tree |
Seedling Size | 6”-12” |
General Description:
Bur Oaks maturity age range from 200-300+ years with very deep taproots. The crown space ranges from 40 to 80 feet.
Pests:
Oak lacebug: red-humped oakworm; variable oak leaf caterpillar; twig pruner; two-lined chestnut borer; fall cankerworm, possible oak wilt fungus.
Uses:
Sawlogs, veneer; bolts (cooperage-barrels)
Bur Oak (bundle of 25)
$45.00Price