Benefits of Planting White Oak Trees in Your Garden

Our White Oak Trees make excellent shade trees for any yard with a canopy spread of 50’ to 80’. During the fall, the leaves turn beautiful shades of red or burgundy. They are known for their solid branches and can live for centuries. They are reasonably slow-growing trees that grow about 12 inches to 24 inches per year. 

How to Care for a White Oak Tree: Essential Tips

Even though White Oak Trees prefer well-drained, acidic soils, they tolerate alkaline, shallow, or urban soils. They will survive dry or drought periods and occasionally wet soils. They are sensitive to changes in grades and compacted soils. Once established, they have a deep taproot that makes it hard to move or transplant. 

Like other types, White Oak Trees produce acorns. Their acorns are as large as 1 inch, with a cap covering the acorn's top quarter. They do not produce acorns yearly; they can start at 20 to 30. Weather conditions like excessive rain, drought, and wind can affect acorn production. Acorns from these trees mature in a single season. 

White Oak Tree Growth and Maintenance Guide for Homeowners

Hardy Planting Zone—The white Oak Tree will grow in all zones, which protects most of the United States. Bloom Season (if any) – Usually blooms in May and possibly as early as April, depending on weather conditions. Bloom Color—Male flowers first appear in yellow-green oak catkins. The tree's leaves are bluish-green. Height at Maturity –The tree reaches a height of 80’. Soil Type Preferred – They prefer slightly acidic to neutral, moist, well-drained, deep soil. Sun or Shade – Full sun is best, but they also do well in partial shade with at least 4 hours of direct, unfiltered sun daily.

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Plant bare root trees during the dormant season in early spring or late fall (November through April). Dig the hole twice as wide as the roots so the soil is well-drained. Position the tree so the root flare is at or just above ground level. Fill the hole back with the soil you dug from and water. Maintain soil moisture, especially in the tree's early years, by providing deep, regular watering. Apply a 2-4 inch mulch away from the trunk at the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune trees during the first few seasons to establish strength and resilience, remove damaged branches, and continue maintenance pruning as the tree matures. Regularly inspect for pests and diseases and apply integrated pest management practices. Protect young trees from mechanical damage and extreme temperatures with tree guards, and stake them if necessary for support, removing the stakes after one or two years.

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