Bur Oak

Quercus macrocarpa

A durable native oak well-suited for habitat plantings, restoration projects, nursery production, and landowners looking for a resilient long-lived tree. Bur Oak adapts to a wide range of growing conditions and produces large acorns valued by wildlife.

Overview

  • Type: Tree

  • Light: Full sun

  • Soil: Adaptable; tolerates dry to moderately moist conditions

  • Mature Size: 60–80 ft tall

  • Native Range: Central and eastern United States


Why It Stands Out

  • Produces large acorns favored by wildlife

  • Extremely hardy and adaptable species

  • Tolerates drought and challenging conditions


Seed Details

  • Collection focus: Emphasis on genetic diversity across parent populations

  • Form: Acorns

  • Seeds per lb: Varies by season and crop size

  • Availability: Seasonal (fall harvest)


Growing Notes

  • Best planted in fall or cold stratified if stored

  • Suitable for nursery production or direct planting

  • Performs well across a wide range of soil conditions


Wildlife Value

  • Important food source for deer, turkey, squirrels, and other wildlife

  • Provides long-term shelter and habitat value

  • Supports numerous wildlife species over time

Best Uses

  • Nursery production

  • Wildlife plantings

  • Habitat restoration

  • Backyard and property plantings

  • Windbreaks and shelterbelts

Ordering / Availability

  • Current availability

  • Bulk pricing

  • Questions on this species

Small and bulk quantities available depending on the season.

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