White Oak
Botanical Name: Quercus Alba
Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Mature Height: 50-80'
Growth Rate: Medium
Seed Source: Michigan Lower Peninsula
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Plantable Peat Quart
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OWHPQ1Y09 | 2 Y | 9 – 12″ |
| $5.63 | $4.94 | $4.59 | $4.10 | $3.96 | $3.82 | |
| OWHPQ2Y12 | 2 Y | 12 – 15″ |
| $5.89 | $5.20 | $4.85 | $4.36 | $4.22 | $4.08 | |
| OWHPQ2Y15 | 2 Y | 15 – 18″ |
| $6.00 | $5.31 | $4.96 | $4.47 | $4.33 | $4.19 | |
| OWHPQ2Y18 | 2 Y | 18 – 24″ |
| $6.11 | $5.42 | $5.07 | $4.58 | $4.44 | $4.30 | |
| OWHPQ2Y24 | 2 Y | 24 – 36″ |
| $6.22 | $5.53 | $5.18 | $4.69 | $4.55 | $4.41 | |
Plantable Peat Gallon
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OWHPG1Y12 | 2 Y | 12 – 15″ |
| $7.27 | $6.55 | $6.19 | $5.83 | $5.69 | $5.54 | |
Notes
The White Oak is well favored for its strong branches that can live for centuries long. Its leaves also produce wonderful fall colors such as red and burgundy.
Uses
This tree often acts as shade trees in large lawns and street trees.
Wildlife Value
White Oak produce acorns – one of the best food sources for several wildlife animals. Those that enjoy its acorns include birds, deer, and rodents. The leaves are also eaten by birds.
History & Lore
The White Oak tree has its routes in American history as it was used to build the USS Constitution along with other Oak trees. In World War II, it was later used by minesweepers and patrol boats.
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Tree Type
Decidious
Tree Subtype
Oak
Mature Height
50-80'
Mature Spread
80'
Growth Rate
Medium
Seed Source
Michigan Lower Peninsula
Sun Preference
Full sun, part shade
Soil PH Range
5.5-8.0
Soil Preference
Acidic, moist, well drained soil
Tolerant
Moderate drought
Intolerant
Alkaline, shallow, and certain urban soil
Diseases
Oak wilt, anthracnose, oak leaf blister
Pests
Gypsy moth, borer, aphids
