White oak tree

The white oak (Quercus alba) is a long-lived tree used for shade in landscapes and it is one of the most important timber species in the United States. The “National Audubon Society Field Guide to Trees” reports that the white oak has the nickname stave oak, since its wood is integral in making barrels. Shipbuilders in colonial times valued the wood as well. Today, white oak goes into products such as flooring, furniture and beams. The white oak’s range includes most of the eastern United…

Wildflower of the Year 2011 Emblematic of strength and longevity, white oaks grace the deciduous forests of eastern North America. Description White oaks are robust, deciduous, forest trees, commonly attaining heights of 20 – 25 m. Bark is pale gray and wood is nearly white to pale brown. Leaves are alternate, but as in…

Pam Owen explores the history of the mighty white oak, a wonderful tree that means so much to the Piedmont

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A recent visit to the Arnold Arboretum in Boston provided a glorious opportunity to photograph trees. After all, the word “arbor” is Latin for tree and arboreta are collections of tree…

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Choosing a tree in a nursery is a little like picking out a puppy without seeing its parents. It may be cute now, but there could be trouble down the road.