Quercus velutina – Black Oak – 3-Gallon

A relative of Red Oak that is better adapted to more xeric sites. The two species can be difficult to tell apart and may occasionally hybridize. But in general, Black Oak has darker, scalier bark and leaves that are wider toward the tip than Red Oak. Although it is more tolerant of dry sites than Red Oak, for best performance provide rich, deep moist soil. The tree growing adjacent to the patio at the back of our house is a Black Oak – there are a number of them on this property.