Quercus bicolor ‘Bonnie and Mike’
Beacon® Swamp White Oak
A very useful addition to the design toolbox where a narrowly built tree is needed on a demanding site. Strikingly upright habit with the inherent toughness of Swamp White Oak. A new joint introduction from J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co. and the Wizard of Woodies, Dr. Michael Dirr.
| Category: | Shade Tree, Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Size: | Large, Narrow |
| Adaptability: | Urban Tolerant, Wet Soil Tolerant, Alkaline Soil Tolerant, Acidic Soil |
| Fall Color: | Yellow, Orange |
| Growth Rate: | Medium |
| Native Habitat: | USA |
| Hardiness: | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Form: | Columnar, Upright |
| Mature Size: | 40' tall by 15' wide |
| Seasonal Interest: | Medium green with a lustrous sheen. The flaky bark gives it winter appeal |
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