Burr Oak - Quercus macrocarpa - Slow to medium growing oak with a large form. Majestic tree. Use as a shade tree, specimen tree or for timber. Hardy to -40F (-40C); height: 80ft.
| #2252 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds | |
| #P2252 2-3ft. tree $19.99 | |
| #P5-2252 2-3ft. tree 5 trees $50.95 | |
| #P10-2252 2-3ft. tree 10 trees $74.95 |
Black Oak - Quercus velutina - A medium sized native US oak with a tall
trunk and an irregularly shaped rounded crown. It prefers a fairly
dry sandy site, but is very tolerant of almost any condition. A long
lived tree (200 years +). Hardy to -40F (-40C); height: 140ft.
| #2259 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds | |
| #P2259 2-3ft. tree $19.99 | |
| #P5-2259 2-3ft. tree 5 trees $50.95 | |
| #P10-2259 2-3ft. tree 10 trees $74.95 |
Chinese Evergreen Oak - Quercus myrsinifolia
- New foliage on this pretty shade tree is burgundy, maturing to green.
Good specimen tree, as well. Hardy to 10F (-17.7C); height:
30ft.
| #P4294 2-3ft. tree $19.99 |
Chinkapin Oak - Quercus muehlenbergii - Moderately fast growing oak with
a rounded open crown native to much of the eastern US, but a great many
are found in the midwest. Tolerant of many soil types and conditions
including drought. Prefers full sun. Wood is strong and solid,
which makes it a good timber tree. Hardy to -40F (-40C); height:
50ft. (spread 60ft.)
| #2253 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds |
Columnar English Oak (Truffle Oak) Quercus robur fastigata - Very
strong columnar oak with upright branching. Excellent in the landscape.
Tolerates a wide range of soils and conditions. Hardy to -30F
(-34.4C); height: 60ft.
| #2255 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds | |
| #P2255 1-2ft. tree $19.99 | |
| #P5-2255 1-2ft. tree 5 trees $50.95 | |
| #P10-2255 1-2ft. tree 10 trees $74.95 |
English Oak - Quercus robur - A magnificent tree with a short trunk
with deeply ridged grey bark and wide spreading crown. Leaves are
smaller than in many other varieties - green turning to red in the fall.
Good shade or forest tree. Slow growing, but needs plenty of room
to reach its full potential. Hardy to -40F (-40C); height: 140ft.
| #2756 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds |
Live Oak - Quercus virginiana - Extremely adaptable
tree with evergreen foliage. Very useful for areas that experience
drought or extreme soil types. Hardy to 10F (-17.7C); hight: 100
ft.
| #P4292 1-2ft. tree $19.99 |
Nutall Oak - Quercus nutallii - Resembling
the Shumard Oak, this little used oak is one of the great secrets of those
who know its value. Th fall color is far richer than any other
red oak and it possesses stronger branching and is far easier to transplant
due to its denser rootball. Great specimen or shade tree. Hardy
to -40F (-40C); height: 60ft.
| #P2755 3ft. tree $39.95 |
Pin Oak - Quercus palustris - A fast growing variety
with a loose pyramidal growth habit with drooping lower branches, prized
for its gorgeous bright red autumn foliage. Perfect specimen for
a shade or street tree. Prefers a slightly acidic soil (pH5-6.5).
Hardy to -20F (-28.8C); height: 60ft
| #933 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds | |
| #P933 2-3ft. tree $19.99 | |
| #P5-933 2-3ft. tree 5 trees $50.95 | |
| #P10-933 2-3ft. tree 10 trees $74.95 |
Red
Oak - Quercus borealis - Another beautiful type for autumn foliage, turning
a deep red in the fall and having a rounded growth habit. This type
transplants easily. Prefers a sandy loam. Hardy to -30F
(-34.4C); height: 80ft.
| #934 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds | |
| #P934 2-3ft. tree $19.99 | |
| #P5-934 2-3ft. tree 5 trees $50.95 | |
| #P10-934 2-3ft. tree 10 trees $74.95 |
Scarlet Oak (Bastard Oak) Quercus coccinea - Symmetrical oak with a strong
trunk and a round open spreading crown. Very tolerant of dry sandy
soils. Leaves are green, turning brilliant scarlet in the autumn.
Fast growing. Hardy to -30F (-34.3C); height: 80ft.
| #2250 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds | |
| #P2250 2-3ft. tree $19.99 | |
| #P5-2250 2-3ft. tree 5 trees $50.95 | |
| #P10-2250 2-3ft. tree 10 trees $74.95 |
Shumard Oak - Quercus shumardii - Dark green foliage turns yellow to red
in the fall. More tolerant of acidic soils than many oaks.
Hardy to -20F (-28.8C); height: 75ft.
| #2257 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds | |
| #P2257 2-3ft. tree $19.95 |
White Oak - Quercus alba - Considered the largest of the oaks, this variety
forms a massive specimen when mature. Beautiful autumn foliage turns
a deep purple red. Rounded growth habit. Give it plenty of
room to achieve its full grandeur. Hardy to -30F (-34.4C); height:
80ft.
| #935 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds | |
| #P935 2-3ft. tree $19.99 | |
| #P5-935 2-3ft. tree 5 trees $50.95 | |
| #P10-935 2-3ft. tree 10 trees $74.99 |
Willow Oak - Quercus phellos - Good shade tree
with fine green leaves, requiring moist acidic soil. Yellow to red
fall color. Hardy to -30F(-34.4C): height: 100ft.
| #4295 Packet, $9.95 each, Approximately 10 seeds | |
| #P4295 2-3ft. tree $19.99 | |
| #P5-4295 2-3ft. tree 5 trees $50.95 | |
| #P10-4295 2-3ft. tree 10 trees $74.99 |
If your seed requires less than 30 days cold stratification, you may simply place the seed in a refrigerator for the required time period. If it requires more than 30 days, moist stratification is best and the process is the same as for warm stratification, but at 34-41 degrees F. Soak the seed for 24 hours in warm water. Drain the water. Get a handful of sphagnum peat, vermiculite or other sterile moisture medium and place it in a zipperlock plastic bag. (Sphagnum peat is best for warm stratification as it contains anti-fungal properties.) Add enough water to thoroughly moisten the seed and allow it to rest for a couple of hours. Hold the bag upside down and squeeze out any excess water. Add the seed to the bag and shake to mix. Place the bag in a refrigerator. An unheated outbuilding or garage will work as long as the temperature does not exceed 41 degrees F. Check the bag about once a week. If you notice any mold forming inside the bag, remove the molded seed and throw them away. If the moisture mix appears to be dry, add enough water to moisten it and squeeze out any excess water, then re-seal the bag. Check the next day to make certain that no water is standing in the bag. If so, pour it out. If you notice any seeds sprouting, remove them and plant them. Most tree seeds require the recommended treatments only once. Do not cold stratify a seed and then fall sow. Once the initial stratification is complete the seed is ready to germinate. If the outdoor temperature warms, the seed will germinate and then may be killed by the freezing temperatures of winter. In addition, once the seed has completed stratification, it is ready to start growing. In this state the seed will use up its energy reserves at a rapid rate and will have a much reduced shelf life at warmer or cooler temperatures. (see also: NATURAL STRATIFICATION, WARM STRATIFICATION) |
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