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
- Peak Bloom Seasons
- Leaf Retentions
- Growth Rates
- Mature Plant Heights
- Maximum Plant Width
- Bloom Colors
- Bloom Times
- Additional Features
Benefits
- Wildlife Benefits
Plant Facts
The wood of swamp chestnut oak is used to construct many things, including furniture, fence posts, agricultural implements and more.
Alternate Names
Basket Oak, Cow Oak, Michaux Oak
