Description
As the name suggests, this oak is found growing wild in low-lying and swampy areas — often moist bottomlands or river banks. But it grows just as well in an urban or suburban setting, with tolerance to compacted soil and (perhaps surprisingly) drought.
The swamp white oak is a great choice for a shade or street tree, with the ability to grow at a moderate pace and live more than 300 years. It’s the kind of tree you plant for not only your enjoyment but for the benefit of generations to come.
Sun | H: 50-60′ W: 50-60′ | zone 4-8
- Produces fall color in shades of yellow, bronze, and red-purple.
- Features dark green deciduous leaves that are 3″ to 7″ long with a leathery texture.
- Yields oblong acorns in pairs, each approximately 1″ in length.
- Grows in a rounded shape.
- Is well-adapted to low-lying areas with poor drainage.
- Tolerates compacted soil, drought, and some salt exposure.
- Prefers acidic soil.
- Can experience chlorosis (yellowing of leaves while the veins remain green) if the soil is not acidic enough.
