Oak

See species descriptions below. 

These are first year seedlings in the range of 1' tall. Since these are taprooting trees, it is preferable for the tree to be transplanted very small to promote root health. All seedlings are shipped dormant as bare roots.

Seedling Swamp White Oak

Quercus bicolor

Seed source: Virginia Trees

Description: Oaks are exceptional supporters of wildlife. Swamp white oaks are a popular street tree as they will tolerate significant soil compaction and can grow well on sites that are dry or poorly drained. Swamp white oak is a medium tree that typically gets 60-80’ tall. Swamp white oak grows relatively quickly and can live for centuries. The wood is used for general construction, furniture, cabinets, veneer, interior finishes, fence posts, and fuel.

Seedling Bur x Gambel Oak:

Twisted Tree

Quercus macrocarpa x gambelii

Seed source: Akiva Silver, Twisted Tree Farm

Akiva's description: Bears huge crops medium size acorns at a young age. Very prolific and very low tannin. These are the easiest of all the acorns we have tried leaching. It usually only requires one or two changes of hot water to remove tannins.

Additional description: Height 30-40'. Cross pollinates with bur oak and itself. Having 2 plants helps with the overlap of flowering and fertility plus yields. Prefers sandy, sandy loam; not for wet soils. Zone 4-9. Despite not being the fastest growing oak, it is the most precocious hybrid bearing acorns on small trees. Usually has low tannin in its acorns making it suitable for acorn flour. This is the cross to use for precocity.