Common Name: Swamp Chestnut Oak (Cow Oak) Latin Name: Quercus michauxii Tree Size: Large Leaf Type: Deciduous Growth Rate: Moderate Water Needs: Moderate Tolerances: Partial to heavy shade, drought, poorly drained sites Attributes: Texas native, reliable fall color, seeds or fruit eaten by wildlife Features: Large leaves turn deep red in fall; large acorns are popular with wildlife. Comments: Tolerates seasonal poor drainage, but prefers loamy soils. Problems: Borers sometimes affect trunk; acorns and leaf litter can become a clean-up chore. Firewise: Yes

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