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Quercus alba

white oak

A classic and hardy option for front yards and hellstrips, white oak offers great shade and stately structure, thriving in a variety of soil conditions and tolerating the likes of black walnut. Oak is one of the best trees for supporting butterflies and moths.

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Height: 60-80 ft
Spread: 30-40 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Dry
Ecoregion
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
Ornamental Interest
Fall Foliage
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
Host Plant
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
Drought Tolerant
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Urban Environment
Salt Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Edible
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Naturalize
Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Red to Purple Fall Foliage


North American Distribution


white oak - Quercus alba from Native Plant Trust
white oak - Quercus alba from Native Plant Trust