Water Oak Seedlings

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Water Oak seedlings are young trees of the water oak species (Quercus nigra), typically grown from seeds, and they display the tree's characteristic lobed leaves and the potential to develop into a medium to large-sized deciduous tree with a spreading canopy.

Water Oak Seedlings have an expected mature height of up to 98 feet, and they can live for up to 80 years. When they begin to sprout, they'll turn into young trees. At this stage, they'll have brown, smooth bark, although it will change to gray-black as they mature. Additionally, they'll transition from being smooth into having scaly, rough edges. Another sign of maturity happens around the 18-month mark, which is after the pollination process.

The Leaves Of Water Oak Seedlings

The leaves of these deciduous trees are simple and alternate. They're also quite hardy, and they'll hang around until approximately mid-winter. Although they're broad and can take on variable shapes, their most common appearance is spatula-like. Their base is small and wedged, but they spread out and become rounded near the end.

Another way to describe these easily recognizable leaves is that they look almost like each one has a drop of water hanging off of it. On the bottom, they appear to be pale bluish-green. On the top, they mostly have a dull green color, although some may also have a richer bluish-green than their bottom. During the fall, they'll transform into a bright yellow that will really brighten up your yard!

The Acorns Of Water Oak Seedlings

It takes at least 20 years for them to begin developing fruit and flowers. Once they finally arrive, though, you'll see a heavy crop of acorns. These acorns will return in most subsequent years, and they provide a good food source for wildlife. During the fall season, squirrels will run across this tree's limbs to shake the acorns free. This, in turn, helps produce more of them.

The Flowers Of Water Oak Seedlings

Flower season comes in spring. There are several yellowish-brown flowers that pop up together in clumps. These aren't the showiest flowers, but they will stand out nicely due to their contrast with the green leaves. They have drooping branches and bright yellow leaves for about one week in the fall, and they require approximately 60 to 70 feet to spread out their roots. As an added bonus, their lifespan is about the same as a human's.