Quercus macrocarpa (Bur Oak) hummingbird friendly restoration projects

restoration projects

It is a good native substitute for liriope or mondo grass

It prefers moist soil but will adapt to the drier conditions as long as it gets supplemental water in the summer

It attracts songbirds which are drawn to its seeds

Cherokees used it as a poultice for cuts

Quercus macrocarpa (Bur Oak) hummingbird friendly restoration projectsAlso known as Burr Oak, Savanna Oak, Overcup Oak, Prairie Oak. Bur Oak is a large, stately deciduous tree with a wide, open crown. The acorns are the largest of all native oaks. Bur Oak is moderately fast growing and its strong wood makes its branches resistant to wind and ice damage. Its corky bark protects it from sunscald. Bur Oak develops large taproot and is drought tolerant once established. It is also oak wilt resistant. Bur Oaks are used by a