At a glance:
- Soil needs: Prefers loam or sandy loam, though will tolerate well-draining clay. Neutral to slightly-acidic pH.
- Water needs: Medium water needs. During first year, at least one deep watering per week if it hasn’t rained. Moderately drought tolerant once established.
- Sun needs: Full sun to partial shade.
- Size needs: Large. Up to 75 ft tall, and equally as wide.
- Growth rate: Moderately fast, up to 2 feet per year.
- Tolerates Black Walnut: Yes, this tree can be planted near Black Walnut.
- Wildlife value: None higher. Supports over 500 species of insects from the genus Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths) alone. Not to mention the acorns feed many mammals and birds. Oak should always be the first choice when trying to support local wildlife.
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