White oak tree

Ireland’s oldest oak trees are being revived as part of an international campaign.

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

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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…

Illinois State Native Tree: White Oak

Here are some things you need to know about oak trees in North America, including their forms, identification markers, name groups, and regeneration.

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…

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…

One of the longest living types of trees, oaks can survive upwards of a millennium. With over 600 different species, all varieties have enormous trunks, branches, showy bark, and acorns with cup-like caps. Since they mature into large trees with extremely wide canopies they are best suited for homes with large yards.