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Scientific Name: Quercus bicolor 'Bonnie and Mike'

Also Known As

  • Beacon™ Swamp White Oak

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'-50'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 4a-9a

5 gallon | $95

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Quercus bicolor Beacon™ plant details

Quercus bicolor Beacon™ is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse and yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus bicolor Beacon™

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 40 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: columnar

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus bicolor Beacon™

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This lovely upright oak (40't x 15'w), discovered by Dr. Michael Dirr is just perfect for the urban landscape with its columnar habit and dense bright-green foliage that turns a lovely golden-yellow in Autumn. S/M

Gardening facts about Quercus bicolor Beacon™ plant

How to Grow Quercus bicolor Beacon™

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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