La Réfriche Nursery
Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) - Zone 4
Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) - Zone 4
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$12.00 CAD
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Quercus macrocarpa - From the sweet acorn family of the white oak, the bur oak, which can live from 200 to 400 years, is known for its ornamental bark, its edible nuts, its quality wood and its hardiness.
Mid Mo (Quercus macrocarpa) Selected tree by John W. Hershey from mid Missouri. The acorns are as big as a 2$ piece, sweet and very low tannin. Zone 5a and over.
Biotope
Biotope
It adapts to many types of soil, as long as it is deep. It prefers cool and humid environments, but tolerates little shade. A plantation in full sun is preferable for the growth and the production of fruits. It is ideal for shelterbelts or urban plantings.
Wood
Wood
Its hardwood is widely used in carpentry and cabinet making. Close spacing of 5m to 10m between trees, with annual pruning, is ideal for the development of a long straight bole.
Size and shape
Size and shape
The tree can reach 20 to 30m in height and a width of 20m.
Pollination
Pollination
Self-sterile. A fruiting is reached by the implantation of at least two trees. The tannins of its sweet and tasty acorns must be leached by boiling their flesh in a few waters. They are also highly sought after by wildlife.
Source
Source
Self-sterile. A fruiting is reached by the implantation of at least two trees. The tannins of its sweet and tasty acorns must be leached by boiling their flesh in a few waters. They are also highly sought after by wildlife.
