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Bur Oak vs Green Ash
Quercus macrocarpa
Fraxinus pennsylvanica
NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON
(new stock expected: fall of 2026)
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.
Green ash is a fast growing tree with incredible golden yellow leaves in fall. This tree is native to the prairies and is well suited for drought and cold. Green ash can also tolerate soil compaction, periods of flooding and a wide variety of soils including alkaline. This makes green ash ideally suited for use in urban environments.
Bur Oak Quick Facts
Green Ash Quick Facts
In row spacing: 1.8 - 2.4 m (6 - 8 ft)