Quercus michauxii

Also Known As

Swamp Chestnut Oak

Plant type

tree

size

H: 40'-60'
W: 30'-50'

planting zones

5a-10a

Quercus michauxii plant details

Quercus michauxii is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus michauxii

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT - 50 FT - wide, 40 FT - 60 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus michauxii

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Heavily timbered for its straight trunk of high-quality wood, this med-large round-headed tree has silver-gray bark and coarsely-toothed leaves. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Quercus michauxii plant

How to Grow Quercus michauxii

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant