Quercus velutina - Black Oak

50-60' h x w @ maturity

1-2' per year

Full sun (6+ hours) is best.

Grows well in moist well-drained soils, average soils, and dry soils. Thrives in drier soils. Very drought tolerant once established.

Modest red to russet-red and/or modest yellow to copper-yellow.

Best planted at least 20-30' away from homes and building structures, which is half the width of a mature Black oak (40-60' w).

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