Burr Oak

Quercus Macrocarpa

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Overview

The Burr Oak, Quercus macrocarpa, is a majestic, long-lived hardwood. It features a broad, rounded canopy reaching up to 80 feet in height, with a similar spread. This oak offers massive lobed leaves and distinctive, fringed acorns. Hardy in Zones 3-8, it adapts well to diverse conditions, tolerating drought and poor soils. Foliage turns a golden yellow in the fall, adding seasonal interest to expansive landscapes.

Sun FullWater LowZones 7–7Climate Mediterranean

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — The Burr Oak, Quercus macrocarpa, is a majestic, long-lived hardwood

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 7–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Fagaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — scientifically named Quercus macrocarpa; measuring 1 to 2 inches long, image 54

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — though it prefers well-drained loamy soil; making it an excellent addition for parks and large, image 67

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — It can withstand urban pollution and moderate drought, making it both a resilient and low-maintenance option, image 68

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — Hardy in Zones 3-8, it adapts well to diverse conditions, tolerating drought and poor soils; the Burr Oak, Quercus macrocarpa

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — When designing landscapes; tree for full, image 69

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — consider offering sufficient space for this grand species to thrive; this regal oak can reach an impressive height, image 70

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — ensuring its majestic presence can be admired for generations; which are amongst the largest of North American oaks, image 71

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — the Burr Oak is remarkably tolerant of varying soil types

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — though it prefers well-drained loamy soil

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — Foliage turns a golden yellow in the fall, adding seasonal interest to expansive landscapes; creating a stately dome of vibrant

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — scientifically named Quercus macrocarpa; measuring 1 to 2 inches long

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — This regal oak can reach an impressive height of 70 to 80 feet with a generous spread of 60 to 70 feet; consider offering

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — creating a stately dome of vibrant green foliage; foliage turns a golden yellow in the fall, adding seasonal interest to

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — tree for full; when designing landscapes, image 72

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — The Burr Oak, Quercus macrocarpa, is a majestic, long-lived hardwood; hardy in Zones 3-8, it adapts well to diverse, image 73

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — rounded canopy offers ample shade during the hot summer months; measuring 6 to 12 inches long

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — creating a stately dome of vibrant green foliage; foliage turns a golden yellow in the fall, adding seasonal, image 80

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — It features a broad, rounded canopy reaching up to 80 feet in height, with a similar spread; the tree's leaves are, image 74

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — the Burr Oak is remarkably tolerant of varying soil types; this oak offers massive lobed leaves and distinctive, fringed acorns

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — Hardy in Zones 3-8, it adapts well to diverse conditions, tolerating drought and poor soils; the Burr Oak, Quercus, image 52

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — The Burr Oak, Quercus macrocarpa, is a majestic, long-lived hardwood; hardy in Zones 3-8, it adapts well to diverse, image 49

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — tree for full; when designing landscapes

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — rounded canopy offers ample shade during the hot summer months; measuring 6 to 12 inches long, image 81

Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — making it an excellent addition for parks and large spaces.<br><br>Distinctive for its thick; though it prefers, image 82

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