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White Oak

Botanical Name: Quercus alba

En français: Chêneblanc

The White can live for several hundreds of years and start producing acorns at around 50-100 years old, which are eaten by many types of wildlife. Its wood is used in wine and whiskey production due to its strength and durability.

Other names: Stave Oak, Chênede Québec

Blooms:

Width: Branches can be wider than tall. Needs a large space in which to grow. Roots are deep spreading.

Water: Low to moderate need for water.

Pollinators:

Best Soil: Adaptable to a wide variety of soil conditions. Does best on deep, moist, well-drained loam or sandy soil. (pH range 5.5 – 6.5)

Its natural habitat: Limestone ridges; dry, broadleaf upland forests..

Caring for White Oak

Can be difficult to transplant. Dislikes being disturbed, so transplant when small.

Companion plant suggestions include Eastern Hemlock, Eastern White Pine, Red Pine.

References:

https://www.arborday.org/trees/treeguide/TreeDetail.cfm?ItemID=883

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