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| Latin Name | Quercus macrocarpa |
| Hardiness Zone | 2b |
| Height | 60-100ft |
| Spread | 60 ft |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Average Time to Bear Fruit | 8-20 Years |
| Harvest Time | Late August-Early September |
| Soil | adaptable to all but waterlogged |
| Flower Time | May |
| Pollination | Self sterile- you need multiple Bur Oaks nearby for cross pollination and acorns to occur. |
Growing Tips
It is tolerant of many different soil types, except waterlogged, and is also very drought tolerant because of it’s deep and vast root system. I’ve seen them thrive in sandy soils, as well as heavier soils as long as they are well drained. Once it’s older, it is also fire resistant because of it’s thick bark. Our seedlings are offspring from a large and productive mother tree in Crystal Falls, Ontario zone 3b.
More about Bur Oak
Bur Oak is an extremely hardy and gorgeous tree with a ton of character. Their form is stately, with their gnarled branches and unconventional shape that you’re sure to notice among the horizon. They are among the hardiest of the Oaks, exhibiting resilience in even zone 2b locations. They are esteemed by wildlife, and are a very important food source for indigenous peoples. We love eating the acorns in crackers, breads, etc, which are edible and very nutritious once processed properly.