Quercus macrocarpa Southern

Shade Tree

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2018 crop Tennessee

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Quercus macrocarpa SouthernQuercus macrocarpa

Southern

Bur Oak

Recalcitrant seeds need refrigeration. Since shipping times are out of our control, we are not liable for seed condition upon arrival.

Quercus macrocarpa Southern

Quantity

Please select the quantity desired, and we will advise availability and price as soon as possible.

Details

Min. hardiness zone:

6

Inventory ID:

1235

No Export to These Countries

New Zealand

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days , or until radicle emergence

Germination: sow 2" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Looking for an impressive tree? Look no further than the Quercus macrocarpa, also known as the Bur Oak. This species of oak is one of the largest and most massive oaks out there, boasting a height of up to 30m and a trunk diameter of up to 3m. It can live to be up to 400 years old and grows in the eastern and midwestern United States, as well as south-central Canada. It's often cultivated for use as a street tree or in gardens and parks, and is one of the most tolerant of urban conditions. With its rugged bark and impressive size, the Bur Oak is an impressive addition to any landscape.