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* In forests, the northern red oak grows straight and tall, to 28 m (90 ft), exceptionally to 43 m (140 ft) tall, with a trunk of up to 50-100 cm (20-40 in) diameter. * A fairly fast-growing tree, it is cultivated for its timber in C.

* It is a deciduous tree growing to 20 m tall, rarely 30 m, and 40–80 cm stem diameter, with light gray bark . * The seed is eaten raw or ground into a powder and used with cereal flours in making cakes, biscuits, muffins, bread etc.

* Acorn cups are covered with a mossy scale or bur near the rim, hence the common names. Burleigh County ND. * Bur Oak typically grows in the open, away from forest canopy. * These are from excellent old native stands south of Bismarck, ND.

It is a consistent seed producer with good crops of acorns every 2 to 3 years. In Missouri, the average number of mature acorns per tree was generally higher than for other oaks over a 5-year period, but the number of acorns differed greatly from year...

The seed is up to 3cm long. The seed ripens in late autumn and, when stored in its shell in a cool place, will keep for at least 6 months. * The seed is eaten raw or cooked. Rather thin-shelled, the seed is small and sweet.

It is a consistent seed producer with good crops of acorns every 2 to 3 years. In Missouri, the average number of mature acorns per tree was generally higher than for other oaks over a 5-year period, but the number of acorns differed greatly from year...

* This live oak in the white oak section of the genus Quercus is distinguished from Quercus virginiana (southern live oak) most easily by the acorns, which are slightly larger and with a more pointed apex.

It is also planted widely as a street and shade tree in southern communities. It occurs in lowlands and up to 450 m (1500 ft) altitude. * Water oak grows well along small streams or moist upland soils with 1270 to 1520 mm (50 to 60 in) annual rainfall...

* This live oak in the white oak section of the genus Quercus is distinguished from Quercus virginiana (southern live oak) most easily by the acorns, which are slightly larger and with a more pointed apex.

* Most planting in North America was carried out for wildlife food provision, as the species tends to bear heavier crops of acorns than other native American oak species. * The acorns are eaten by jays, pigeons, and squirrels .

* The swamp white oak is a medium-sized tree of America's north central and northeastern mixed forests. * Wildlife such as deer, ducks, and geese, as well as other animals are attracted to this tree when acorns are dropping in the fall.

Very popular in America, the seed is sweet and well-flavoured with a thin shell. It grows in dry woodlands and forest edges and can reach 4 – 8 m tall with stems 10 – 25 cm thick with smooth gray bark.

One of the leading arboretum's say this about the Bald Cypresses color, ''Wonderful four-season color, appearing yellow green in spring, sage green in summer and orange to pumpkin brown in fall.'' Zones 4-9.

* A small tree with compound leaves, white flowers in clusters to 4", 1/4" orange-red fruit; native to northern China. Dislikes dry soils. Tolerates light shade, though it fruits better in a sunny position.

* The Swamp Chestnut Oak ( Quercus michauxii ) is a species of oak in the white oak section Quercus section Quercus , native to bottomlands and wetlands in the southern and central United States , from New Jersey south to northern Florida , and west to...

* Most planting in North America was carried out for wildlife food provision, as the species tends to bear heavier crops of acorns than other native American oak species. * The acorns are eaten by jays, pigeons, and squirrels .

The mighty oak stands as a favorite in American folklore. Excellent street tree grows 60-80 feet tall and is fast growing. Very adaptable trees hold up to urban pollution. Produces 3/4'' to 1'' acorns.

Only the bark is extracted, and a new layer of cork regrows, making it a renewable resource. It is the primary source of cork for wine bottle stoppers and other uses, such as cork flooring.

In certain portions of its range, it can be an undesirable competitor of commercial species during early stages of stand development. Ecologically and taxonomically, it remains a poorly understood species.

The seed ripens in late autumn and, when stored in its shell in a cool place, will keep for at least 6 months. It has a sweet flavour and is highly esteemed by the Chinese. A very good fuel, burning well and giving off a lot of heat.

Grows 1-5' per year once established. Cold-hardy.The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Matures to be 50-60' tall. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area.

The seed ripens in late autumn and, when stored in its shell in a cool place, will keep for at least 6 months. It has a sweet flavour and is highly esteemed by the Chinese. A very good fuel, burning well and giving off a lot of heat.

* In this variety the seeds are heart shaped. * Grown mostly as a novelty due to the heart shaped fruit. * The very bold, decorative leaves and the attractive catkins produced in spring make it an excellent ornamental tree for planting in parks and large...

* A decidious Tree growing to 30 m. * Commonly found in parks and gardens and is one of the dominant landscape species. * With its white flowers it is beloved of bees in May and children in fall for the mahogany nuts.

* The use of S. Album in India is noted in literature for over two thousand years. * Sandalwood oil has been widely used in folk medicine for treatment of common colds, bronchitis

The leaf turns purple in autumn, eventually becoming an intense bright scarlet. * Nyssa sylvatica is found in a variety of upland and wetland habitats in its extensive range. * The wood of Nyssa sylvatica is heavy, hard, cross-grained, and difficult to...

Small amounts are used for dimension stock, veneer, and containers, but the main use of sugarberry wood is for furniture. It is well-adapted to urban areas; its elm-like shape and warty bark make it an attractive landscape tree.