Kiowa Conservation District
PO BOX 688/ 7519 E. Hwy 86, Franktown, CO

303-621-2070 ext. 101

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Bur Oak
Quercus macrocarpa           

Wildlife Value

Very important to wildlife.  Acorns are very important wildlife food, possibly the most important wildlife food, especially in winter.  Almost 100 wildlife species use oak; quail turkey, deer, bear, and squirrels are especially avid acorn eaters; several species of upland and songbirds use it for food and cover.  Also excellent wildlife cover.  Native to midwestern and northeastern United States and southeastern Canada.

Growth form globular
Crown density moderate
Size to 75' high
Drought
resistance
excellent
Cold hardiness excellent
Growth rate slow
Life span very long
Elevation
range
to 7,000 feet
Soil
conditions
tolerates alkaline well; tolerant of a wide range of soils
Possible insect
problems
scales, gall wasps
Possible disease 
problems
 
Wildlife value excellent:  acorn food value for birds and mammals
Seasonal color not conspicuous
Miscellany can live more than 20 years