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Water Oak (Quercus nigra) - Not Recommended

Water Oak

Florida Native:

Yes  

Special interest:

None 

Growth Rate:

Rapid

Height at Maturity:

50'

Width at Maturity:

40'

Grow Space:

Large, 25' from OHU

Soil Requirements:

Moist, well-drained

Cold Hardiness:

Hardy

Evergreen/Deciduous:

Deciduous; 2-3 months 

Salt Tolerance:

Low

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Comments:

Although used as a street tree in many southern cities, this tree’s moderate life span usually forces its removal when it gets to its mature size, even with intensive maintenance. The tree is prone to decay and for this reason, it should be used only for wildlife and reforestation projects. 

Uses:

Reforestation, wildlife

Maintenance:

$$$$

 

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