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| Quercus bicolor
Swamp white oakCulture: The Swamp white oak is native to poorly drained bottomlands and stream banks and is often used in such locations in the landscape. This species however will also make a great shade tree in drier sites but requires acidic soils or it will become chlorotic. A taproot makes this species moderately-difficult to transplant, although landscapers commonly plant 4-6" specimens with good results. Once established, this species will grow faster than many oaks, with a moderate growth rate. Like other oaks, this species has a number of disease and insect problems, but they typically are not serious and this species can live for 300 to 400 years. Usage: Swamp white oak makes an excellent large shade tree in either wet or dry sites. Because of its tolerance of poorly drained sites, it is most often high on the list of plants for such sites. Because of its size, it is best suited to large sites. |
