Quercus macrocarpa (Bur Oak)

Quercus macrocarpa (Bur Oak)Also known as Burr Oak, Savanna Oak, Overcup Oak, Prairie Oak. Bur Oak is a large, stately deciduous tree with a wide, open crown. The acorns are the largest of all native oaks. Bur Oak is moderately fast growing and its strong wood makes its branches resistant to wind and ice damage. Its corky bark protects it from sunscald. Bur Oak develops large taproot and is drought tolerant once established. It is also oak wilt resistant. Bur Oaks are used by a

Tall Goldenrod is commonly but unfairly blamed for hay fever (allergic reaction to wind-borne pollen) that is usually caused by pollen from ragweed since the two bloom at the same time

Also known as Awnless Bush Sunflower

If pollinated

But it is well worth the effort once it is happy

Works well when planted en masse or as an accent

Its corky bark protects it from sunscald

summer Mature height 2-5 ft Mature spread 2-3 ft Attracts Beetles

Common Persimmon tolerates shade and grows best in moist

Pale-Leaf Yucca can tolerate some shade

Prairie Gayfeather is one of the few species that can handle moist soil

It spreads by runners and creates a lovely flowering ground cover for shady areas

and attracts bees