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Oak Trees
There are hundreds of species of oak trees around the world. The highest percentages are located in North America and China. Oak trees produce a fruit called an acorn.
663 Questions
How do you prevent fallen acorns from producing weeds?
Manual removal is the way to prevent fallen acorns from producing weeds. But in reality, acorns produce no weeds since they embitter the soil through their tannins. They also serve as precursors to oak trees (Quercus spp), which are considered woody plants, not weeds.
When will your oak tree stop dropping leaves?
Oaks have a reputation for holding on to at least some of their leaves all winter - pin oak in particular. They will drop the last of their leaves as the new leaves come in in the spring.
Bark is from trees. The trees grow bark to protect the tree.
Hyacinth come in pink, white, yellow, apricot, blue and purple. There is a variety that looks almost black. There are some that are edged in white.
Burr oak (Quercus macrocarpa) grows in the far eastern portion of Montana and is the only oak native to the state. Other oaks, such as pin oak (Quercus palustris), northern red oak (Quercus rubra), white oak (Quercus alba), and swamp white oak (Quercus bicolor) are planted and grown as ornamentals.
What does a oak tree need to live?
Any type of soil, somewhere in the sun, somewhere they can spread their seeds
Can oak trees be made into furiture?
Yes, oak trees can be made into furniture due to their dense, durable wood, which is highly valued for its strength and longevity. Oak is often used in various types of furniture, including tables, chairs, and cabinets, and it can be finished in multiple ways to enhance its natural beauty. Additionally, its resistance to wear and its attractive grain patterns make it a popular choice for both traditional and contemporary designs.
Michael Craig martin an oak tree?
No he was a artist but he did paint a painting called oak tree, i think your getting mixed up between the two ;))
What is the lifespan of an oak tree in North America?
well that depends on what oak tree it is and where it grows but a average undisturbed oak tree can live for 500-600 years. but for example a oak tree that lives in England can live for 400 - 500 years.
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Where can you buy cork oak trees in the US?
I was also looking for Cork trees, but could only find acorns on Ebay. I would rather have had a small tree, but I bought them anyway to plant. So if you go to Ebay, do a search with the following phrase, "Rare Cork Oak tree seeds" and maybe the seller will have more. Good luck. (this was written on 1/12/09)
Why don't oak trees and grasses produce nectar?
Because they are wind pollinated so they have no need to attract insects.
What is the huge nest on the top of a oak tree?
Mistletoe which is a parasitic plant ; see related link .
What is the Niche of the Oak tree?
the role of an oak tree with in it's environment is to; absorb sunlight by photosynthesis, absorb water and mineral salts from the soil, provide shelter for many animals and other plants, act as a support for creeping plants, serve as a source of food for animals, cover the ground with their dead leaves in the autumn.
Is an oak tree a conifer tree?
no. a conifer refers to a plant that produces cones. oaks do not produce cones.
An oak is a deciduous tree that looses it's leaves in the fall. Most conifer (coniferous) trees do not loose their leaves (needles or scale like leaves) in the fall and are 'evergreen'.
Quercus ilex the Holm oak is evergreen.
Which part of a oak tree is like your skin?
the bark is the part of an oak tree that is most like a human skin
