Quercus sp.
Oak

 Plant Type:
 Growth Forms:
 Hardiness:
 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Flower Notes:
Unknown (Varies by species)
 Foliage Notes:
Green
 Fruit Notes:
Brown (Mature to brown)
 Ultimate Height:
50-80 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
40-80 feet
 Light Requirements:
 Soil Notes:
moist, well-drained
 Range:
Northern Hemisphere
 Diagnostic Characteristics:
Fruit in the form of an acorn. Nuts are covered by caps, and differ slightly between species. Alternate leaves that can be entire, lobed, serrated, or spiny.
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  Special Characteristics:

Additional Information

Oak species consist of 2 groups - Red/Black and White. This genus can be used all over the United States, and can thrive in various environments. It adds lots of shade to a landscape.

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