By Jackie Carroll Oaks (Quercus) come in many sizes and shapes, and you’ll even find a few evergreens in the mix. Whether you are looking for the perfect tree for your landscape or want to learn to identify the different types of oak trees, this article can help. Oak Tree Varieties There are dozens of oak tree varieties in North America. The varieties are divided into two main categories: red oaks and white oaks. Red oak trees – Reds have leaves with pointed lobes tipped with tiny bristles. Their acorns take two years to mature, and sprout the spring after they drop to the ground. Common red oaks include: Willow oak Black oak Japanese evergreen oak Water oak Pin oak White oak trees – The leaves on white oak trees are rounded and smooth. Their acorns mature in one year, and they sprout soon after they fall to the ground.
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