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Bur Oak vs Northern Red OakQuercus macrocarpa Quercus rubra
Bur Oak has a wide distribution but is one of the only oaks that will grow well on the prairies. Bur Oak produces deeply lobed, dark green leaves that turn golden yellow to brown in the fall.
Northern Red Oak is a medium-sized deciduous tree. It is fast-growing (for an oak tree) and is used primarily in lawns, parks, golf courses, street-side plantings, and commercial areas. Northern Red Oak's fall color is spectacular. BUR OAK QUICK FACTSNORTHERN RED OAK QUICK FACTS
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Fuzz/fluff:
no
Catkins:
yes
Fall colour:
yellow to golden brown
Fall colour:
red
Bark:
Smooth and grey (young), Furrowed and grey (mature)
Growth rate:
slow
Growth rate:
medium
Maintenance:
low
Maintenance:
low
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Other Names:
blue oak, burr oak, mossycup oak, scrub oak
Other Names:
champion oak, red oak
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