Quercus macrocarpa (Bur Oak) hummingbird friendly It is drought tolerant once

It is drought tolerant once established

and floodplains

It can flop over when top heavy with flowers and seeds

but also re-seeds readily

It tends to sucker from the base and can form thickets

Quercus macrocarpa (Bur Oak) hummingbird friendly It is drought tolerant onceAlso 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