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Swamp Chestnut Oak

Quercus Michauxii

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Overview

The Swamp Chestnut Oak, Quercus michauxii, thrives in wet soils of Southeastern US regions. It's a robust, deciduous tree, reaching up to 100 ft, with a 4-5 ft diameter trunk. Its expansive, rounded canopy provides dense shade. Leaves are coarsely toothed, 4-8 inches long. In fall, foliage turns a vibrant bronze. Acorns attract diverse wildlife, making it an excellent choice for naturalistic landscapes. Hardiness zones 5-9, with a growth rate of 1-2 ft/year.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 7–11Climate Temperate
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — The Swamp Chestnut Oak, Quercus michauxii, thrives in wet soils of Southeastern US regions
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — It's a robust, deciduous tree, reaching up to 100 ft, with a 4-5 ft diameter trunkSwamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Its expansive, rounded canopy provides dense shadeSwamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — In fall, foliage turns a vibrant bronzeSwamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Acorns attract diverse wildlife, making it an excellent choice for naturalistic landscapesSwamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Leaves are coarsely toothed, 4-8 inches longSwamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Hardiness zones 5-9, with a growth rate of 1-2 ft/year+29

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — The Swamp Chestnut Oak, Quercus michauxii, thrives in wet soils of Southeastern US regions
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — It's a robust, deciduous tree, reaching up to 100 ft, with a 4-5 ft diameter trunk
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Its expansive, rounded canopy provides dense shade
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — In fall, foliage turns a vibrant bronze
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Acorns attract diverse wildlife, making it an excellent choice for naturalistic landscapes
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Leaves are coarsely toothed, 4-8 inches long
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Hardiness zones 5-9, with a growth rate of 1-2 ft/year
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — This species is particularly suited for wetter soils
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — scientifically known as Quercus michauxii
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — spreading branches add to its majestic appearance
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Its sturdy trunk and strong
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — ensuring it stands as a focal point in any garden design.<br><br>Featuring oblong
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — deep green leaves that grow up to 8 inches long
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — with a width of around 4 inches
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — the foliage turns to a striking display of coppery to rich red tones in the fall
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — The bark of this tree is relatively smooth and silvery-gray
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — providing year-round visual interest.<br><br>One should also note this oak's acorn crop
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — which can be a valuable food source for local wildlife
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — allowing this dignified tree to become a legacy feature in the garden for generations to come
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — tree for full
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — consider its ultimate size and ensure ample space is provided for its full growth potential
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — The Swamp Chestnut Oak, Quercus michauxii, thrives in wet soils of Southeastern US regions; leaves are coarsely
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — It's a robust, deciduous tree, reaching up to 100 ft, with a 4-5 ft diameter trunk; spreading branches add to its
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — Leaves are coarsely toothed, 4-8 inches long, image 25

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