Scientific Name
Quercus macrocarpa

Common Name
Bur oak

Hardiness Zones: 2-8
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Slow
Site Requirements: Sun; wide range of soil types including dry clay
Texture: Coarse
Form: Weakly pyramidal in youth; massive trunk and broad crown with stout branches
Height: 70 to 80’
Width: 70 to 80’
Leaf: 6 to 10" alternate, simple leaves; yellow, dull yellow green to yellow brown fall color
Flower/Fruit: .7 to 1.5" acorn; nut enclosed half way by cup
Comments: Difficult to transplant; tolerant of city conditions
Cultivars: --
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