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Bur Oak Tree for Sale (Quercus Macrocarpa)
Burr Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) is a beautiful deciduous tree that will have an enormous impact on your landscape. As it grows, it will create a wide canopy, as it often grows out horizontally more than it grows vertically. It is a highly sought-after tree used in landscaping and known for its hardiness and resiliance.
Plant Details – Bur Oak (Mossycup Oak)
Family: Fagaceae
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moist
Height: 60 – 80 ft.
Spread: 60 – 80 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Bloom Time: Spring
Flower Color: Yellow
Wildlife Value: Attracts birds
Landscape Uses & Maintenance Tips for Bur Oak Trees
The Bur Oak is a native deciduous tree that grows in open woodlands and near water, such as on the banks of rivers. It is an excellent tree for planting in the landscape, creating a shade garden, or as a city street tree. Its branches are large and horizontal.Its leaves are green, rounded, and deeply lobed. Catkins are not showy and are yellow in color. This low-maintenance tree will not need much direct care as it ages.
Unique Characteristics of Bur Oak Shade Trees
Bur Oak Trees have unique, large caps that top the acorns. Another common name, “mossycup,” describes how the caps seem to be fuzzy or covered in moss-like tendrils.
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Height at Maturity
Over 25 Feet
Care
Bur Oak trees thrive in well-drained soils and require moderate water, especially during dry periods. They are highly adaptable but benefit from occasional pruning to maintain shape. Fertilize annually in early spring to support healthy growth.
Plant Reproduction
Bur Oak spreads through acorns, which fall and germinate
How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Trees
Bare root trees are shipped dormant without soil, making them lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to plant during the cool months of early spring or fall. To begin, soak the roots in a bucket of water for 4–6 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and ample space for the tree’s mature size.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the spread of the roots and deep enough to keep the root flare (where the roots begin to spread from the trunk) at or slightly above ground level. Create a small mound of soil in the center of the hole, spread the roots evenly over it, backfill with native soil, and gently tamp down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting.
Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) during the first growing season, and apply mulch around the base—avoiding direct contact with the trunk—to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Stake the tree if necessary, and prune only to remove dead or damaged branches. With proper care, your bare root tree will establish quickly and grow strong for years to come.
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How do I care for my Bur Oak Tree?
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Care Tips
Bur Oak trees thrive in well-drained soils and require moderate water, especially during dry periods. They are highly adaptable but benefit from occasional pruning to maintain shape. Fertilize annually in early spring to support healthy growth.
Light Requirements
The Bur Oak Tree thrives best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily but can tolerate some shade, particularly in hot climates. Ensure it gets adequate light for robust growth and optimal health.
Hardy Planting Zones
3 • 4 • 5 • 6 • 7 • 8