Quercus phellos

Willow Oak Mammal Browse: No Invasive: No Toxicity: Toxicity Category 3 - plants usually produce only mild to moderate stomach upset or dermatitis. Hardiness: USDA Zones 5 - 9 Uses: Willow Oak is one of the most popular trees for streets, parks, estates, and residential properties. It is a good street tree because it is tolerant of heat, drought, air pollution and standing water. Acorns are a good food source for birds and squirrels. Flower: Insignificant Description: Mature Height: 60-80 feet; Mature Spread: 30-40 feet; Mature Form: Conical, rounded crown; Foliage Color: Green; Fall Color: Yellow; Growth Rate: Rapid Cultivation: Soil Type: widely adaptable; Sun Exposure: full sun; Soil Moisture: widely adaptable. Problems: Lower branches do not readily self-prune. Native To: The eastern coast of the United States from New York down through Florida and across to Texas Location(s) In Park: Throughout, especially Oak Hill and Africa Parking Lot Date Entered: 09/08/2004 Photo Source: Hugh Martin Information Source: Nature Hills Nursery Vermont Landowner Fact Sheet Arkansas Agriculture http://www.aragriculture.com/horticulture/ornamentals/plant_material/toxic.asp

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