Black Oak Tree
Quercus velutina
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Black Oak Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
Growing Zones 3-8
The mighty native Black Oak Tree (Quercus velutina) is very similar in appearance to the Red Oak but the main differences include the Black Oaks ability to thrive in poor and varied soils and having rounded lobed leaves more like White Oaks!
The green leaves have a notably velvety underside! Black Oak produces a good crop of acorns that provide wildlife with food.
It is sometimes called Yellow oak, Quercitron, Yellowbark Oak, or Smoothbark Oak, and this deciduous tree has deeply furrowed bark and on mature trees is nearly black, leading to its name! The thick, nearly-black bark is marked with deep furrows and irregularly broken ridges. The characteristic inner bark is bright yellow to orange, hence the alternate common name of Yellow Oak.
The wood, while hard and strong, is not as tough as the Red Oak. Still, it is used in much the same way. Historically, the inner bark was important for its tannin and as a source of yellow dye.
Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 3 to 8, the Black Oak is a resilient native that is cold-hardy and highly adaptable! The Yellow Oak name rings true once again in the autumn when its foliage erupts into vibrant shades of yellow-orange in the fall!
Landscape Application:
Black Oak is not extensively planted as an ornamental and shade tree but its fall color contributes greatly to the aesthetic value of Oak forests! Wildlife adore Oak trees for their acorns and Black Oaks generally have a good crop of acorns every 2 to 3 years and it can take a couple of years for the acorns to ripen on the tree before dropping. Forming an open round crown and sturdy straight trunk, these become outstanding legacy trees and are native keystone species!
The strong limbs make the Black Oak ideal for shelterbelts and windbreaks throughout your property, adding lush shade to large landscapes, and can grow into large specimen trees 60 - 80 feet tall and 40 - 50 feet wide. This medium-growth rate Oak tree thrives on dry uplands, slopes, and ridges.
- Rounded Lobes & Fuzzy Undersides
- Brilliant Yellow-Orange Fall Color
- Straight Trunk With Dark Deeply Furrowed Bark
- Deciduous Trees That Lose Foliage In The Fall
- Strong Limbs - Great Windbreak, Wildlife & Shelterbelt Trees
- Red Oak Family
- Wonderful Shade & Specimen Trees
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Black Oak trees occur naturally on poor sandy or clay hillsides and need full sun to grow their best. Any well-drained type of soil works great for these trees and new installations need regular deep waterings to establish a large drought-tolerant root system. Mulch supports the tree's growth and you should prune when the tree is dormant to correct shape and damaged branches.
- Need Full Sun
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Prune When Dormant
- Low-Maintenance Deciduous Trees!
Because of its significant wildlife value, the Black Oak is an important tree to add to your Oak tree collection! Order yours today at NatureHills.com!
