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Water Oak

Quercus Nigra

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Overview

Quercus nigra, commonly known as Water Oak, is a fast-growing deciduous hardwood. It features a broad, rounded canopy with smooth-edged, spatula-shaped leaves that turn yellow-brown in fall. Adaptable to wet and dry soils, it thrives in USDA zones 6-9, reaching 50-80 feet high with a spread of 40-60 feet at maturity. Its acorns provide wildlife sustenance. Ideal for large landscapes, it requires space to accommodate its expansive root system.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 7–10Type TreeClimate Arid
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — serve as a valuable food source for local wildlife

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Arid

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Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — it thrives in USDA zones 6-9; quercus nigra, commonly known as Water Oak, is a fast-growing deciduous hardwood
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — offering ample shade and ornamental value.<br><br>Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — Its acorns provide wildlife sustenance; the Water Oak thrives in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of various soil
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — However, be mindful of its tendency to drop limbs as it matures, which may require some maintenance
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — is a sturdy deciduous tree renowned for its adaptability and rapid growth
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — making it a substantial addition to any landscape design
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — Ideal for large landscapes, it requires space to accommodate its expansive root system
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — This oak commonly reaches heights of 50 to 80 feet with a canopy spread up to 60 feet
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — It features a broad, rounded canopy with smooth-edged, spatula-shaped leaves that turn yellow-brown in fall
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — scientific name Quercus nigra
Water Oak (Quercus Nigra) — This species flaunts a rounded to broadly oval silhouette
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