Oak, Swamp Chestnut
The Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus michauxii), also called Cow Oak and Basket Oak, is a large, deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It is a fast-growing, well-formed tree, which grows in well-drained soils. It is also able to withstand flooding for short periods during the dormant season. The Swamp Chestnut Oak is an important timber tree, producing a strong, durable wood that is used for a variety of purposes, including furniture, flooring, and construction. The large acorns of the Swamp Chestnut Oak (second only in size to Bur Oaks) are an important food source for wildlife, and the tree itself provides habitat for a variety of birds and mammals. The Swamp Chestnut Oak is also a medicinal plant, with bark that has been used to treat a variety of ailments.
Native Range: Southeastern United States
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Prefers moist, well-drained soils but can tolerate a range of soil conditions
Mature Height: 70-85 feet
Mature Width: 50-70 feet
Bloom Time: April-May
Bloom Color: Yellowish-green
Pollination:
Swamp Chestnut Oaks are pollinated by wind. They are self-sterile, so at least two trees are required for fruit production. See our Pollination page for more information on cross-pollination varieties and requirements!
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Description
The Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus michauxii), also called Cow Oak and Basket Oak, is a large, deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It is a fast-growing, well-formed tree, which grows in well-drained soils. It is also able to withstand flooding for short periods during the dormant season. The Swamp Chestnut Oak is an important timber tree, producing a strong, durable wood that is used for a variety of purposes, including furniture, flooring, and construction. The large acorns of the Swamp Chestnut Oak (second only in size to Bur Oaks) are an important food source for wildlife, and the tree itself provides habitat for a variety of birds and mammals. The Swamp Chestnut Oak is also a medicinal plant, with bark that has been used to treat a variety of ailments.
Native Range: Southeastern United States
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Prefers moist, well-drained soils but can tolerate a range of soil conditions
Mature Height: 70-85 feet
Mature Width: 50-70 feet
Bloom Time: April-May
Bloom Color: Yellowish-green
Pollination:
Swamp Chestnut Oaks are pollinated by wind. They are self-sterile, so at least two trees are required for fruit production. See our Pollination page for more information on cross-pollination varieties and requirements!
