Bur Oak
(Burr Oak, Mossycup Oak)
Quercus Macrocarpa
A large, long-lived, stately shade tree native to New Brunswick. Considered endangered in our province due to more than a century of harvesting for its wood and clear cutting for agriculture. Attractive shiny, green, lobed leaves and large 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 white oak group.
Additional information
| Foliage | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Locale | Native to New Brunswick, Native to North America |
| Height | Large (60-100ft) |
| Width | Wide |
| Form | Irregular, Round |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Longevity | Long (over 100 years) |
| Hardiness Zones * | 3, 4, 5 |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs) |
| Soil Preferences * | Moist, Slightly Alkaline, Well Draining |
| Soil Tolerances | Clay, Dry, Slightly Acidic |
| Other Tolerances | Occasional Drought, Occasional Flooding, Urban Pollution |
| Ornamental Interest | Leaves (shape) |
| Wildlife Value | Birds (fruits/seeds), Butterfly Larvae (leaves), Large Mammals (fruits/seeds), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds) |
| Human Value | Carpentry (wood), Fuel (wood) |
| Seed Collection | Ordered Online, Personally in NB |
| Planting Considerations | Messy Seed Litter |
