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Chinkapin Oak

Chinkapin Oak

Chinkapin Oak

(Chinquapin Oak, Yellow Oak)

Quercus Muehlenbergii

A large, shade tree native to the United States Midwest that grows well in alkaline soil that is dry and rocky. Infrequently planted in New Brunswick. Attractive glossy, green, coarsely toothed leaves. Produces acorns that provide valuable food for local wildlife. Trees have both male and female flowers on the same tree and are wind pollinated but set seed better when more than one tree is present. Can produce hybrid seeds if planted near other oak species from the white oak group. One of the best oak trees to plant in alkaline soil.

Additional information

Foliage

Deciduous

Locale

Native to North America

Height

Large (60-100ft)

Width

Wide

Form

Pyramidal, Round

Growth Rate

Slow

Longevity

Long (over 100 years)

Hardiness Zones *

4, 5

Sun Exposure

Full Sun (over 6 hrs)

Soil Preferences *

Moist, Slightly Alkaline, Well Draining

Soil Tolerances

Clay, Dry, Slightly Acidic

Other Tolerances

Occasional Drought

Ornamental Interest

Leaves (shape)

Wildlife Value

Bees (flowers), Birds (fruits/seeds), Butterfly Larvae (leaves), Large Mammals (fruits/seeds), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds)

Human Value

Carpentry (wood), Fuel (wood)

Seed Collection

Ordered Online

Planting Considerations

Messy Seed Litter