Swamp White Oak
Size: 12-18”
Soil Moisture: Moist
The Swamp White Oak tree, Quercus bicolor, is a deciduous tree that is named “bicolor” because of its two-toned leaves. The top half is a glossy, dark green while the bottom half has a silvery-white appearance. While its summer colors are quite unique, its autumn foliage is equally unique with both golden- brown and russet red colors. Along with the leaves, the bark of the Swamp White Oak tree is a dark grey color with deep slits, creating the appearance of scales and ridges.
Native to Michigan and most of the Midwest, this tree attracts a variety of birds and mammals like deer, turkeys, and small mammals. Many varieties of moths, birds, and butterflies make their homes in Red Oak trees. For this reason, oak trees are considered to be the most impactful tree a person can plant to support habitat.
It also produces acorns which, with proper preparation are edible to humans and can be added to bread and muffin batters. The wood of Swamp White Oaks is hard and used for lumber.
The tree’s average height is about 80 feet tall. Do not plant under powerlines.
*A mature height of less than 15 feet is recommended for trees planted near power lines. Tall growing trees should be planted a minimum of 20 feet away from power lines, and 50 feet away to avoid future pruning.
*This plant will be packaged as "bare root". Bare root plants have no soil around their roots. Bare root trees, shrubs, and perennials must be planted as soon as possible before growth begins. Find care and planting instructions here: https://www.arborday.org/trees/planting/bare-root.cfm
Item only available in bundles
Available through the Spring Tree Sale. Pick up from Kardell Hall, Eaton Co. Fairgrounds
Friday, April 11, 2025 9AM to 6PM
Saturday, April 12, 2025 9AM to 11AM
Photo Credits:
Tree: missouribotanicalgardens.org
Leaf: Robert H. Mohlenbrock; Leaf Close up
Size: 12-18”
Soil Moisture: Moist
The Swamp White Oak tree, Quercus bicolor, is a deciduous tree that is named “bicolor” because of its two-toned leaves. The top half is a glossy, dark green while the bottom half has a silvery-white appearance. While its summer colors are quite unique, its autumn foliage is equally unique with both golden- brown and russet red colors. Along with the leaves, the bark of the Swamp White Oak tree is a dark grey color with deep slits, creating the appearance of scales and ridges.
Native to Michigan and most of the Midwest, this tree attracts a variety of birds and mammals like deer, turkeys, and small mammals. Many varieties of moths, birds, and butterflies make their homes in Red Oak trees. For this reason, oak trees are considered to be the most impactful tree a person can plant to support habitat.
It also produces acorns which, with proper preparation are edible to humans and can be added to bread and muffin batters. The wood of Swamp White Oaks is hard and used for lumber.
The tree’s average height is about 80 feet tall. Do not plant under powerlines.
*A mature height of less than 15 feet is recommended for trees planted near power lines. Tall growing trees should be planted a minimum of 20 feet away from power lines, and 50 feet away to avoid future pruning.
*This plant will be packaged as "bare root". Bare root plants have no soil around their roots. Bare root trees, shrubs, and perennials must be planted as soon as possible before growth begins. Find care and planting instructions here: https://www.arborday.org/trees/planting/bare-root.cfm
Item only available in bundles
Available through the Spring Tree Sale. Pick up from Kardell Hall, Eaton Co. Fairgrounds
Friday, April 11, 2025 9AM to 6PM
Saturday, April 12, 2025 9AM to 11AM
Photo Credits:
Tree: missouribotanicalgardens.org
Leaf: Robert H. Mohlenbrock; Leaf Close up
Size: 12-18”
Soil Moisture: Moist
The Swamp White Oak tree, Quercus bicolor, is a deciduous tree that is named “bicolor” because of its two-toned leaves. The top half is a glossy, dark green while the bottom half has a silvery-white appearance. While its summer colors are quite unique, its autumn foliage is equally unique with both golden- brown and russet red colors. Along with the leaves, the bark of the Swamp White Oak tree is a dark grey color with deep slits, creating the appearance of scales and ridges.
Native to Michigan and most of the Midwest, this tree attracts a variety of birds and mammals like deer, turkeys, and small mammals. Many varieties of moths, birds, and butterflies make their homes in Red Oak trees. For this reason, oak trees are considered to be the most impactful tree a person can plant to support habitat.
It also produces acorns which, with proper preparation are edible to humans and can be added to bread and muffin batters. The wood of Swamp White Oaks is hard and used for lumber.
The tree’s average height is about 80 feet tall. Do not plant under powerlines.
*A mature height of less than 15 feet is recommended for trees planted near power lines. Tall growing trees should be planted a minimum of 20 feet away from power lines, and 50 feet away to avoid future pruning.
*This plant will be packaged as "bare root". Bare root plants have no soil around their roots. Bare root trees, shrubs, and perennials must be planted as soon as possible before growth begins. Find care and planting instructions here: https://www.arborday.org/trees/planting/bare-root.cfm
Item only available in bundles
Available through the Spring Tree Sale. Pick up from Kardell Hall, Eaton Co. Fairgrounds
Friday, April 11, 2025 9AM to 6PM
Saturday, April 12, 2025 9AM to 11AM
Photo Credits:
Tree: missouribotanicalgardens.org
Leaf: Robert H. Mohlenbrock; Leaf Close up