Water Oak
Quercus nigra
Semiconical to round; drooping branches; yellow to brown fall color; leaves slow to fall. Dense shade; matures into large shade tree; easy to transplant; weaker wood than most other oaks
Plant Characteristics
Plant Type: Deciduous
Hardiness: Zones 6-9
Plant Size: 50 to 75 feet at maturity with moderate to rapid growth rate

Cultural Requirements
Exposure: Sun to partial shade.
Soils: Accepts range of soils
Planting: Plant B&B plants when dormant. Container-grown plants can be planted throughout the year.