Tree Details

Hardiness zone: 6 – 9

Height: 70 – 80

Spread: 3/4 height

Habit: Rounded outline at maturity

Light: Best in full sun

Soil: Characteristic soil is dry and poor, but develops best on loamy ridges

Flowers: inconspicuous, hanging catkins

Fruit: acorn 1/2 long

Landscape use: Nice shade tree for use in large areas; similar uses to white oak

History: Native range is Virginia to Florida, west to southern Illinois and Arkansas; introduced in 1763

Pests\Problems: None

Significant Features: Leaves are dark green above and yellowish-brown beneath