White oaks are well known for their distinctive silhouette. They are massive trees which provide excellent shade as well as habitat for birds and other wildlife. Their acorns are especially attractive to deer and squirrels.
Latin Name
Quercus alba
Family
Fagaceae
Type of Plant
Trees
Seasons
Summer
Specifications
Max Height: 80'
Max Spread: 80'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Tolerances
Toxicity
Do not ingest
Colors
Native Range
Eastern United States
History
During Washington's day, white oak was a valuable lumber used for barrels, posts, and other building materials.
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
Bartlett Tree Expert Company has been working with Mount Vernon Estate since 2011 providing expert arboricultural care and GPS mapping for the estate’s historic trees, as well as support from their research facility. Mount Vernon is proud to partner with Bartlett Tree Experts and appreciates their sponsorship of George Washington’s Mount Vernon Plant Finder App.
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