About This Plant
Swamp Chestnut Oak is a deciduous native that, unlike the similar Quercus montana (Chestnut Oak), prefers swampy, lowland sites. It can tolerate a variety of soil types and is rather adaptable, often found planted in urban settings.
Plant Details
Environment
Attributes
- Plant Types
- Maximum Plant Width
- Peak Bloom Seasons
- Leaf Retentions
- Growth Rates
- Mature Plant Heights
- Bloom Colors
- Bloom Times
- Additional Features
Benefits
- Wildlife Benefits
Plant Facts
Swamp Chestnut Oak is similar in many ways to Chestnut Oak, but does better with “wet feet”, and tolerates soil with more moisture.
Alternate Names
Basket Oak, Cow Oak, Michaux Oak
