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Quercus macrocarpa
Common Name: Bur Oak
Bur oak (Quercus macrocarpa) forms a massive spreading crown and produces acorns enclosed by conspicuously fringed cups. It is a long-lived landscape tree with strong branches and tolerance of a wide range of soil conditions.
Its structure combines an open canopy and a rounded outline. Growth is moderate. The leaves are shed for winter. Autumn foliage can bring brown and yellow tones.
Choose a site in full sun or partial shade. Provide well-drained soil.
Size
• Height: 70-80 ft
• Width: 70-80 ft
Hardiness
• USDA Zones: 3a–8b
Best Uses
• Provide Shade
• Specimen
• Street Tree
• Drought Tolerant Landscapes
• Pollinator garden
| Plant Type: | Deciduous Tree |
| Width: | 70-80 ft |
| Height: | 70-80 ft |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Fruit: | Yes |
| Fruit Color | Brown |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 3a–8b |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | Yes |
| Attract: | Butterflies |
| Exposure: | Full sun to part shade |
| Bloom Time: | Spring |
| Bark Type: | Ridged |
| Landscape/Use: | Provide Shade, Specimen, Street Tree, Pollinator garden, Drought Tolerant Landscapes |
| Shape: | Spreading, Rounded, Open Canopy |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained, Alkaline |
| Flower Color: | Yellow, Green |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Yellow, Brown |
