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 |
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| Wildlife value | excellent: acorn food value for birds and mammals |
| Seasonal color | not conspicuous |
| Miscellany | can live more than 20 years |