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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 7–7Type TreeClimate Mediterranean
Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — they provide food for a range of wildlife; lobed outline that turns a resplendent gold come fall.<br><br>Another, image 64

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
7–7

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — scientifically named Quercus macrocarpa
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) — measuring 6 to 12 inches long
Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — When designing landscapes
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) — 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) — This regal oak can reach an impressive height of 70 to 80 feet with a generous spread of 60 to 70 feet; consider, image 55
Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — consider offering sufficient space for this grand species to thrive
Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — they provide food for a range of wildlife
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, image 79
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