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Type:
Native Habitat:
Light: Full sun to full shade
Soil: best in rich, acidic well drained soil
Growth: 80’ tall and 80’ wide
Bloom: Greenish yellow small bloom in May and Acorns in September-October
Spread:
Faunal interaction:
Additional info: Wonderful shade tree for most yards. Host plant to over 500 species of insects. Oak trees are best planted with native garden beds around them so all the insects they attract can have places to live in the winter and additional food sources for various stages in their lives. When working to slowly convert lawn to native habitat, under an oak tree or black cherry tree is one of the best places to start. Edible aspects: After soaking the tannins out of the acorns, they can be eaten.
Type:
Native Habitat:
Light: Full sun to full shade
Soil: best in rich, acidic well drained soil
Growth: 80’ tall and 80’ wide
Bloom: Greenish yellow small bloom in May and Acorns in September-October
Spread:
Faunal interaction:
Additional info: Wonderful shade tree for most yards. Host plant to over 500 species of insects. Oak trees are best planted with native garden beds around them so all the insects they attract can have places to live in the winter and additional food sources for various stages in their lives. When working to slowly convert lawn to native habitat, under an oak tree or black cherry tree is one of the best places to start. Edible aspects: After soaking the tannins out of the acorns, they can be eaten.