White Oak Tree

Name: White Oak Tree
Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
SKU: 22206
Price: 97.9 USD
Availability: InStock

Quercus alba

Nature Hills Nursery

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Plant Size

#3 Container

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Provide at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day to ensure a strong trunk and a symmetrical canopy. While young saplings can handle light shade, this tree eventually requires full sun to reach its massive mature size and vigor.
Soil: Plant in deep, moist, and well-drained soil that is slightly acidic to keep the foliage healthy. If dealing with heavy clay, amend your soil with organic matter to improve drainage, as the tree develops a significant taproot that struggles in waterlogged ground.

Watering Requirements

Focus on deep, consistent watering during the first two years to help the massive taproot establish itself in the landscape. Once established, White Oaks are remarkably drought tolerant, though offering a deep soak during prolonged dry spells helps prevent stress and keeps the leaves looking fresh.

Pruning Tips

Prune only during the dormant season in late winter to prevent the spread of oak wilt, a disease carried by beetles attracted to fresh cuts on active trees. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to encourage a strong central leader and good airflow through the canopy.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a granular, slow-release fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs in early spring just as new growth begins to push. Avoid fertilizing late in the growing season, as this can encourage tender new growth that will be damaged by the first fall frost.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

Shipping Rates

Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

✓ Zone-specific timing • ✓ Professional packaging • ✓ Health guarantee

Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Ground your wide, open space on large properties with this exceptional specimen. The White Oak Tree (Quercus alba) is a historically important native tree that holds a lot of meaning for many, including Native American tribes.

Don't be fooled by this incredible native! After a season or two to get established, rewarding White Oak grows quite fast as a young tree. Statuesque White Oak develops a magnificent spreading habit, with strong wind-resistant branches growing in wide angles. It's a long-lived tree with some being documented at over 600 years old!

New spring leaves emerge with a soft pink tint and fuzzy down that is soft to the touch. They grow to large, leathery leaves that are deeply lobed and smooth without bristle tips. Standing in the presence of the White Oak, you'll feel cared for and sheltered under its massive limbs that extend far out from its silvery-toned trunk. White Oak tree delivers preeminent habitat and food for wildlife.

In good years, you'll enjoy fall colors ranging from red to purple. After many years, White Oak produces small, sweet acorns that tumble to the ground in October. Wildlife loves them! Rugged White Oak provides an instant impression of strength and stability. Important details include the broad crown and unique textured bark is both blocky and plated once mature.

Landscape Application:

This is an extraordinary wildlife tree well-known for its size and strength. Leave a legacy by planting White Oak. Give it plenty of room to reach its mature height and spread for the most lyrical results!

Casting cooling shade by situating this tree on the western side of your home or patio to gain lush relief from the sun and heat.

They even tolerate short periods of extremely wet soils and are many times suggested for use in Rain Gardens. They love the river bottom soils in the Midwest and northern regions well up into Canada.

Summer leaves cast delicious shade for epic picnics and entertainment areas. This investment tree boosts the value of your property! Songbirds and wildlife adore these plants and their shelter as much as you will! Add one or more Oak varieties as outstanding shade trees in your yard or corporate campus. Groupings create wildlife sanctuaries and park-like settings if you have the room!

This is one of the best known hardwoods in North America. Its wood is water-resistant...and has been used in important objects like the USS Constitution...along with countless whiskey barrels. The strong limbs have numerous benefits for you and your landscape too! Mighty members of a windbreak or in cold growing zones where these trees can handle heavy snow load.

Smoothly Rounded Lobed Leaves
Hardy & Adaptable Native Tree
Wildlife Friendly & Loads of Acorns
Enormous Caliper & Wide, Spreading Branches
Dark Red to Russet Autumn Color
Trees Retain Leaves All Winter
Incredible Presence in the Landscape & Sculptural Shade Tree
State Tree of Illinois

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Like many Oak trees, White Oak prefers a full-sun, moist, well-drained soil location for best results – but know too that it tolerates clay soils, dry soils, and drought very well.

Give young Oak trees a regular amount of water on a regular basis to keep them stress free. It will thrive in full sun. Once your new Oak gets established in your native soil, you will find that it does grow much faster than you think, and established Oaks exhibit excellent vigor.

As with all trees, it is important not to plant your Oak too deeply. Instead, plant it at the same depth it was growing in the nursery container. Oaks are best pruned during the winter dormant period. The best time is usually January and February, well before they start to come out of dormancy.

Full Sun Specimens
Adaptable To Most Well-Drained Soil Types
Moderate Regular Moisture - Tolerates High Moisture Environments
Prune When Dormant
Extremely Long-Lived

Order the White Oak from the native tree specialists today. Just like so many before you, they'll help you create an unforgettably handsome landscape! Now available at NatureHills.com!

Botanical Name

Quercus alba
Class
- Fagales
Species

alba
Growing Zones

3-9
Height

60-90 ft
Width

50-90 ft
Sunlight
- Full sun
Growth Rate

Slow
Flower Color
- Green
Leaf Color
- Green
- Red
- Brown
Fall Color

Red
Native

Yes
Bloom Period

Early Spring, Late Spring
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AK, CA, HI, ID, MT, OR, PR

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the White Oak tree suitable for my climate and hardiness zone?

White Oak thrives in USDA zones 3-9 across a wide range of climates. This native adapts well from Canada down through the Midwest and beyond, tolerating both wet soils and various weather conditions. Check your specific zone and ensure you have ample space for its mature spread.

How does White Oak differ from Red Oak for planting?

White Oak produces sweet acorns annually while Red Oak has bitter acorns that take two years to mature. White Oak also features rounded leaf lobes without bristle tips, compared to Red Oak's pointed, bristled lobes. Choose White Oak for faster wildlife value and shop at Nature Hills for quality specimens.

Does the White Oak tree produce acorns, and when?

Yes, White Oak trees produce small, sweet acorns that fall to the ground in October after many years of maturity. These acorns are highly valued by wildlife as a food source. Be patient, as your tree will need several years to establish and mature before acorn production begins.

What is the mature size and growth rate of White Oak?

White Oak reaches 50-80 feet tall and wide at maturity, growing quite fast as a young tree after establishment. This long-lived native develops a magnificent spreading crown that needs ample space. Plan for its full mature spread when selecting your planting location.

What are the shipping options and costs for White Oak trees?

White Oak trees ship as bare root or potted specimens depending on season and size selected. Shipping costs vary by tree size and your location, with larger specimens requiring freight delivery. Check specific shipping options and timing when you shop at Nature Hills, as these substantial trees need careful handling for safe arrival.