Bur Oak vs Amur Maackia - TreeTime.ca

Bur Oak vs Amur Maackia

Quercus macrocarpa

Maackia amurensis

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON

(new stock expected: fall of 2026)

ONLY AVAILABLE BY CONTRACT GROW

Bur Oak
Amur Maackia

Bur Oak has a wide distribution but is one of the only oaks that will grow well on the prairies. Bur Oak produces deeply lobed, dark green leaves that turn golden yellow to brown in the fall.

Its acorns are round and half enclosed by a mossy fringed cup.

Although slower growing, this long lived tree eventually becomes a popular large ornamental tree for driveways, parks, and the front of industrial buildings. Popular as a memorial or dedication tree.

Note: Most Oak species can be considered toxic for many animals.

Amur Maackia is a robust and pretty tree often used for urban decoration and landscaping. This tree has coppery peeling bark that can sometimes resemble lace. Its upright clusters of small white flowers usually bloom in midsummer. Amur Maackia's Small size makes it a great choice for small yards or limited space.

Note:This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Amur Maackia seeds at SeedTime.ca.

Bur Oak Quick Facts

Amur Maackia Quick Facts

Zone: 2b
Zone: 4a
Height: 20 m (66 ft)
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 8 m (28 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no
Fall colour: yellow to golden brown
Fall colour: brown
Flowers: upright clusters of small white flowers
Bark: shiny copper colour shedding in curls
Nuts: small acorns
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: low
Suckering: low




Other Names: blue oak, burr oak, mossycup oak, scrub oak
Other Names: maackia