Skip to content

Quercus Bur Oak

Quercus macrocarpa

Also known as: Bur Oak

Zone 3-8
Sun Full Sun
Water Moderate
Height 60-80 ft

100 in stock

Deer Resistant Attracts Birds Native Plant
SKU: WN-QUERCUS-BUR-OAK Category:
Plant Overview

Quercus Bur Oak

Quercus macrocarpa

Quercus 'Bur Oak' is a large deciduous or evergreen shade tree. Thrives in full sun in deep, well-drained soil. Adaptable and long-lived — oaks require minimal care once established. The most ecologically valuable landscape tree — providing unmatched wildlife habitat, outstanding fall color, and generations of shade and beauty for large properties.
Specifications

Plant Details

Size & Growth

Mature Height
60-80 ft
Mature Spread
60-80 ft
Growth Rate
Moderate

Appearance

Foliage
Lobed Green
Fall Color
Yellow and Bronze

Landscape Uses

Specimen tree, Shade tree, and Wildlife habitat

Origin

Central and Eastern North America

Care & Culture

Growing Guide

3-8 Hardiness Zone
Full Sun Sun Exposure
Moderate Water Needs
High Drought Tolerance
Adaptable, Well-Drained Soil Type
5.5 - 8 Soil pH