Quercus velutina

A medium sized tree most often found in dry upper slopes and ridges, although moister, well drained soils on slopes also work. Nice fall color. 

Native Plant of the Month

December 2007

Mentioned in Solidago

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
black oak
Type: 
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Moisture: 
Dry
Moist
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Attracts butterflies

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