Description
Chestnut oak is in the white oak family with shallow lobed leaves. This oak’s native range follows the Appalachian mountain from Alabama to New York.
The wood is used in much the same way as white oak, but since the tree does not grow as big and straight as the white oak it is not as valuable.
More than you ever wanted to know about Chestnut oak but didn’t care to ask.
Scientific Name: Quercus prinus or montana
Zone: 4-8 Find Your Growing Zone
Mature Height: 60-70 ft
Mature Width: 60-70 ft
Fruit: 1 – 1 1/4″ acorn
Flowers: Male flowers are catkins, female flowers are inconspicuous
Bloom Time: Spring
Growth Rate: Medium (12” – 24” per year)
Soil: Does best with acidic, moist, well-drained
Drought Tolerance: Good once established
Flood Tolerance: Good for short periods – up to 30 days
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Red, Orange, Yellow-brown
Wildlife Value: Great food resource for mammals and many types of birds. Also, a good tree for nesting.
