Quercus macrocarpa

Bur Oak

Bur oak (Quercus macrocarpa) forms a massive spreading crown and produces acorns enclosed by conspicuously fringed cups. It is a long-lived landscape tree with strong branches and tolerance of a wide range of soil conditions.

Its structure combines an open canopy and a rounded outline. Growth is moderate. The leaves are shed for winter. Autumn foliage can bring brown and yellow tones.

Choose a site in full sun or partial shade. Provide well-drained soil.

Size
• Height: 70-80 ft
• Width: 70-80 ft

Hardiness
• USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Best Uses
• Provide Shade
• Specimen
• Street Tree
• Drought Tolerant Landscapes
• Pollinator garden

Plant type

Deciduous Tree

Height

70-80 ft

Width

70-80 ft

Hardiness zones

3a–8b

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

Green, Yellow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Brown, Yellow

Fruit color

Brown

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Pollinator garden, Provide Shade, Specimen, Street Tree

Shape

Open Canopy, Rounded, Spreading

Bark

Ridged

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

Yes