Scientific Name
Quercus muehlenbergii

Common Name
Chinkapin oak

Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types; drought tolerant
Texture: Medium
Form: Weakly rounded when young; open rounded crown with age
Height: 40 to 50’
Width: 40 to 60’
Leaf: 3 to 6.5" alternate, simple, lustrous green leaves; remains attractive all season; yellow, orangish brown to brown fall color
Flower/Fruit: .7 to 1" acorn
Comments: Difficult to transplant; pest free; strong wood
Cultivars: --
 

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