Chinkapin Oak Tree

Beautiful Wildlife Tree Chinkapin Oak These days, more and more American property owners are seeking out the beauty of our native trees. This valuable native Oak is a wonderful way to support your local ecosystem. The Chinkapin Oak (Quercus muehlenbergii) is a fantastic tree to add for attracting and feeding wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for grouse, turkey, quail and small creatures like chipmunks and squirrels. Even deer adore the sweet acorns of the Chinkapin! Young trees develop a straight trunk with wonderfully textured bark that draws kids to pat and poke at it. You'll love watching them play underneath its sturdy branches! Chinkapin is a member of the White Oak group. Some people spell it Chinquapin Oak and you'll hear it called Yellow Oak. Either way—it has those showy, shiny leaves that you love all season long. Long and leathery, with ornamental wavy edges, Chinkapin's dark green leaves cast a delightfully refreshing shade over you and your family and friends. Plant on the south or southwest of your home to add property value and eventually reduce your cooling bills. Please give this magnificent tree a large space to grace with its full mature height and spread. As the nights grow colder, you'll be treated by a rustic display of harvest colors. Sophisticated golden yellow-orange and warm russet-brown more than hold their own as a desirable autumn display. Once the tree reaches maturity, it starts producing dark brown acorns to the delight of neighborhood squirrels and more. Chinkapin produces this nutritious mast on a periodic cycle. Plant several Chinkapins if you have the space, and layer in other wildlife plants for a bio-diverse food forest. Nature Hills is so pleased to bring you expertly grown native plants that bring beauty and support animals of all shapes and sizes. How to Use Chinkapin Oak Tree in the Landscape This is a magnificent legacy tree native to North America. You'll feel very proud of your superior choice for a responsible shade tree. Use a single tree to develop into a magnificent specimen. You'll be passing on a tremendous gift to future generations of tree-lovers. If you have room, several Chinkapins make an incredible grove. Vary the spacing and scatter them in loose "drifts" for a natural look. You'll want to create a comfortable experience near your trees. Plan a fire pit nearby, or tuck classic Adirondack chairs in their shade. On a corporate campus, these trees can add a stately look. Try them with other Oaks, Beeches and Maples for an enthralling display, especially as autumn rolls around. Stunning, Wide-Spreading Crown Unique Variety of White Oak Wildlife Love The Sweet Acorns Robust Leaves Feature Smooth, Shallow-Lobed Margins Warm-Toned Fall Colors of Orange, Yellow & Russet Brown Textured Bark Appeals to Kids Naturally Found in Limestone Outcroppings Valuable Timber Used for Furniture & Railroad Ties Versatile Across Much of the United States #ProPlantTips for Care Plant in full sun. Chinkapin Oak needs at least six hours of direct sunlight, and would happily bask in full-blast rays all day, every day. Rugged Chinkapin Oak adapts to nearly any soil. However, the soil must drain quickly after a rainfall. If you have standing water periodically on your planting site, consider the Swamp White Oak. Like several Oaks, Chinkapin is best transplanted while young. Add a packet of Nature Hills Root Booster while planting, following the directions on the label. It includes mycorrhizae fungi which helps plants to initiate the tiny feeder roots, and increases their access to water and micro-nutrients. We do recommend supplying supplemental water for best results. Provide a medium amount of water on a regular basis, especially during the first year. Mulch over the roots, but pull it back away from the trunk. If needed, prune to correct shape in late winter. Help young trees achieve their potential with thoughtful pruning. Remove crossing branches, and clean up the interior of the canopy. Full Sun Tolerates Alkaline Soils & Many Other Well-Drained Soil Conditions Moderate to Low Moisture Prune When Dormant Long-Lived Hardy Tree Even as a young tree, Chinkapin Oak elevates the tone of your space. Over time, you'll be thrilled with its charming impact and so will the local wildlife. Order now!