Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa)

$6.00

Keystone species

  • Native Range: Eastern & Central U.S., into southern Canada (includes Maine in northern range)

  • Zone: 3 to 8

  • Height: 60–80' Spread: 60–80'

  • Bloom: Spring; catkins (inconspicuous)

  • Sun: Full sun

  • Water: Medium; tolerates clay, sand, and dry conditions once established

  • Attracts: Lepidoptera, Birds, Small mammals

  • Wildlife: Acorns valued by deer, turkey, squirrels; heavy Lepidoptera host plant

Keystone species

  • Native Range: Eastern & Central U.S., into southern Canada (includes Maine in northern range)

  • Zone: 3 to 8

  • Height: 60–80' Spread: 60–80'

  • Bloom: Spring; catkins (inconspicuous)

  • Sun: Full sun

  • Water: Medium; tolerates clay, sand, and dry conditions once established

  • Attracts: Lepidoptera, Birds, Small mammals

  • Wildlife: Acorns valued by deer, turkey, squirrels; heavy Lepidoptera host plant