Oak, Swamp White

The Swamp White Oak (Quercus bicolor) is a majestic deciduous tree that is native to the eastern United States. It is known for its beautiful white bark, large leaves, and long lifespan. Swamp White Oaks are often found in moist, low-lying areas, but they can also tolerate drier soils. These fast-growing trees have a long lifespan, with some trees living for over 300 years. The tree's bark is white or light gray, and it is often fissured or scaly. The leaves are large and lobed, and they turn a beautiful yellow, orange, or red in the fall.

Swamp White Oaks produce acorns that are a valuable food source for deer, squirrels, turkeys, and other animals. The acorns are also used to make oak flour, which is a nutritious gluten-free flour. The bark and leaves of the Swamp White Oak have been used medicinally by Native Americans to treat a variety of ailments, including diarrhea, fever, and wounds.

Native Range: Eastern United States
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Moist to well-drained
Mature Height: 80 feet
Mature Width: 100 feet
Bloom Time: April-May
Bloom Color: Greenish-yellow

Pollination:
Swamp White Oaks are pollinated by wind. To ensure proper pollination, it is important to plant at least two Swamp White Oaks of the same variety. Some other varieties of oak that will cross-pollinate with Swamp White Oaks. See our Pollination page for more information on cross-pollination varieties and requirements!