Additional information
| Scientific Name | Quercus buckleyi |
|---|---|
| Height | 25-40' |
| Spread | 20-35' |
| Foliage | Medium green |
| Native To | |
| Zone | 5 |
Buckley Oak (Quercus buckleyi)
Buckley Oak is a medium to small oak that is native to the southern plain states. It is related to the Shumard Oak, but has a better drought and heat tolerance, and it can grow in alkaline soils. Leaves are a glossy medium green and turn bright red in the fall. The acorns are an excellent source of food for wildlife and the tree is a great habitat for birds. Full sun. Seed source collected in Kansas.
NATIVE RANGE
