With all due respect for the folks who drew the range map of Bur Oak, we knew better. Most of our seed comes from sources within a few minutes’ drive from our nursery here in Mississippi (where they aren’t supposed to occur naturally, but do). As a result, our bur...
With all due respect for the folks who drew the range map of Bur Oak, we knew better. Most of our seed comes from sources within a few minutes’ drive from our nursery here in Mississippi (where they aren’t supposed to occur naturally, but do).
As a result, our bur oaks have adapted to a longer growing season, giving them a little more time to make up for their reputation of being a slow grower. Also, our bur oaks take on more of a timber form in comparison to western and far northern strains. Due to their scarcity down here, and competition from deer and squirrels, we are in short supply of these seedlings, so get ‘em while they're hot.
Although acorn size varies from large to huge from year to year, the critters don’t seem to mind. These trees will grow on an extremely wide range of site types; just don’t plant one near a parking area unless your car insurance covers bur oak damage. Cheers to a unique oak that produces gargantuan, tasty acorns, and tolerates a wide range of sites from acid to alkaline, and upland to bottomland.
Type:
Zone:
White Oak section
4 - 9
Soil pH:
4.5 - 7.2
Mature Height:
100'
Wildlife Value:
Acorns attract deer, squirrel, mice, cottontail rabbits, and wood ducks (foliage is also good browse for deer).
Site Preference:
Found on both low, rich, moist soils of bottomlands and on limestone or calcareous clay in uplands. Very adaptable oak.
I planted 1 of these trees 4 years ago in decent Virginia soil with 360° sun. I used a 4' tree tube and the fast growth has blown my mind. It is at least 15' tall and had its first huge acorn on it this year (a squirrel must've got it). You have understand that it is planted in a really good spot! I would caution anyone using tree tubes because in my experience the trees will have small diameter trunks that aren't very strong in the wind. Just pay attention to what is happening is all I'm saying.
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Mossy Oak Nativ Nurseries (Nativ Nurseries) guarantees that our product will arrive in good condition, alive, and true to its name as labeled. We take care in packaging our products. If your order is incorrect or does not arrive in good condition, contact our customer service desk within five (5) business days from your receipt of the product to report any mistake in your order or damage to the product. No refunds will be given however but, we will fix our mistake or rectify any damage by replacing the product at our expense. Nativ Nurseries makes no warranty, expressed or implied for any certain rate of growth or productivity for any of our plant products. Nativ Nurseries will not be responsible for crop failure, damage to products after the customer has received an order, or injuries due to non-recommended zone planting, frost damage, or any man made or natural cause beyond our control. Nativ Nurseries will consider replacing an order if a claim is made in writing or e-mail within five (5) business days from your receipt of the product explaining in detail what problems have occurred. However, Nativ Nurseries reserves the right to refuse replacement at any time.
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