| Botanical Name | Quercus alba |
| Description | The White Oak is a true legend of the North American landscape and performs exceptionally well in the Houston metro area. This 30-gallon (30G) specimen is a legacy tree, capable of living for centuries. It features distinctive lobed leaves that are bright green in summer before turning a rich burgundy or wine-red in the fall. While it grows at a moderate pace, its strength and resistance to wind make it an ideal choice for large Houston properties. It is adaptable to various soil types but prefers deep, well-drained loamy soils. |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Height x Width | 50-80' Height x 50-80' Width |
| Water | Moderate; requires deep, regular watering during the first few years to establish its taproot. Becomes very drought tolerant once mature. |
| Zones | 3 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage steady canopy growth. |
| Pruning | Minimal; prune during dormancy (late winter) only to remove dead wood or to ensure proper structure while the tree is young. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate (acorns are a wildlife favorite) |
| Botanical Name | Quercus alba |
| Description | The White Oak is a true legend of the North American landscape and performs exceptionally well in the Houston metro area. This 30-gallon (30G) specimen is a legacy tree, capable of living for centuries. It features distinctive lobed leaves that are bright green in summer before turning a rich burgundy or wine-red in the fall. While it grows at a moderate pace, its strength and resistance to wind make it an ideal choice for large Houston properties. It is adaptable to various soil types but prefers deep, well-drained loamy soils. |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Height x Width | 50-80' Height x 50-80' Width |
| Water | Moderate; requires deep, regular watering during the first few years to establish its taproot. Becomes very drought tolerant once mature. |
| Zones | 3 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage steady canopy growth. |
| Pruning | Minimal; prune during dormancy (late winter) only to remove dead wood or to ensure proper structure while the tree is young. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate (acorns are a wildlife favorite) |