{"product_id":"burr-oak","title":"Bur Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBur Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eis a hardy, long-lived native tree with distinctive lobed foliage, thick corky bark, and a broad, spreading form.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is highly adaptable, growing in a wide range of soils and moisture conditions, from dry sandy sites to rich, moist soils. It performs best in full sun and develops a deep root system that helps it tolerate drought once established. \u003cstrong\u003eBur Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e is also exceptionally cold hardy and can withstand challenging growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to southern Saskatchewan and Manitoba as well as eastern Canada, \u003cstrong\u003eBur Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most northern-growing of all oak species, a distinction that makes it invaluable for prairie gardeners and northern landscapes. Its exceptional cold tolerance and proven performance in regions beyond its natural range make it an outstanding choice for expanding oak cultivation further north, where few other oak species will thrive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe large acorns are one of the most distinctive features of \u003cstrong\u003eBur Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a deep, fringed cup that gives the tree its name. They grow up to 4 cm (1.2\") long with an oblong form. Ripening begins in early fall and are an important food source for squirrels, deer, birds, and many other wildlife species. \u003cstrong\u003eBur Oak \u003c\/strong\u003eacorns are relatively mild compared to many other oak species and can be eaten by people after proper preparation, including roasting, boiling, or processing into flour. \u003cstrong\u003eBur Oaks\u003c\/strong\u003e can be implemented in silvoculture and forage crops for livestock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBur Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e is a slow-growing tree, but its longevity makes it an excellent long-term addition to the landscape. Mature trees can develop a massive trunk and broad canopy, while trees growing on dry or shallow soils may remain smaller and develop a more rugged, gnarled form. It is an excellent choice for wildlife plantings, shelterbelts, naturalized landscapes, and large properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight at Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 meters (50 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 meters (28 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fertile (Planting \u003cspan class=\"x7amdea\"\u003em\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x7amdea\"\u003eultiple trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x7amdea\"\u003e may improve fruit set)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name: \u003c\/strong\u003eQuercus macrocarpa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prairie Hardy Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root Seedling 60-90cm (24-36\") 3 Year Old","offer_id":48379955642483,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/2261\/3602\/files\/BurrOak001.png?v=1790978586","url":"https:\/\/prairiehardy.ca\/products\/burr-oak","provider":"Prairie Hardy Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}