Quercus macrocarpa - Bur Oak fruit A fast growing tree

A fast growing tree

A small spreading North American woodlander that forms clumps with long lasting white flowers with reflexed petals which give the impression that the flowers are inside-out

It is noted for its large lobed leaves which can grow up to 30cm across enabling it to cast dense shade

Originating from wet woodland areas in eastern North America

Quercus macrocarpa - Bur Oak fruit A fast growing treeA large deciduous tree growing up to 30m, and sometimes in optimal conditions 50m, in height, and is one of the most massive oaks with a trunk diameter of up to 3 m. It has a very distinctive leaves with lobes separated by deep sinuses and a very prominent crown at the tip. Acorns of this species, distinguished by very deep fringed cups, are quite large for oaks.