Description
Overcup oak is in the white oak family with rounded lobes. It is native to the southeast states. The overcup is a fairly large tree growing to 150 feet and a diameter of 3 feet. This oak is found mainly in wet areas but like most swamp oaks it will grow in upland conditions. The Missouri Botanical Gardens has some good info. We grow many other oaks.
Scientific Name: Quercus lyrata
Zone: 5-9 Find Your Growing Zone
Mature Height: 35-60 ft
Mature Width: 35-60 ft
Fruit: 1/2 – 1″ long acorns
Flowers: Catkins
Bloom Time: Spring
Growth Rate: Medium (12” – 24” per year), but with plenty of water and fertilizer can grow very quickly
Soil: Well drained and loamy
Drought Tolerance: Good
Flood Tolerance: Good
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Yellow, Brown or Red
Wildlife Value: Mammels, birds and several moths.
