Bur Oak 5 Gallon Container

Bur Oak – 5 Gallon Container

Description:
The Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) is a massive, long-lived shade tree known for its rugged beauty, enormous acorns, and exceptional adaptability. Native to North America, it thrives in a wide range of soils—from sandy loam to heavy clay—and is highly tolerant of drought, heat, and urban conditions. With its bold branching structure and broad canopy, the Bur Oak is an ideal legacy tree for large landscapes.

Our 5-gallon container Bur Oaks are healthy, well-rooted, and ready to plant—offering you a strong start on a tree that can stand for centuries.

Key Features:

• Mature Height: 60–80 ft.

• Mature Spread: 60–80 ft.

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Sun Exposure: Full sun

• Water Needs: Low to moderate once established

• Soil Tolerance: Extremely adaptable; tolerates clay, loam, sandy soils, and drought

• Notable Traits: Massive acorns with fringed caps, thick corky bark, long lifespan

Why You’ll Love It:

• Provides dense shade for large yards, parks, and estates

• Wildlife magnet—acorns feed deer, squirrels, and turkeys

• Extremely hardy and low-maintenance once established

• Makes a bold, lasting statement in any landscape

Planting & Care:
Choose a sunny location with ample space for its wide canopy. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots, then only during prolonged dry spells. Minimal pruning is needed—remove dead or crossing branches in winter.

Container Size: 5-Gallon – approximately 4–5 ft. tall at time of shipping.