Common Name: Willow Oak Latin Name: Quercus phellos Tree Size: Large Leaf Type: Deciduous Growth Rate: Rapid Water Needs: Moderate Tolerances: Drought, poorly drained sites Attributes: Texas native, reliable fall color, seeds or fruit eaten by wildlife Features: Narrow, light green leaves turn yellow-brown in the fall. Comments: Fine twigs and strong branch structure. Prefers moist conditions. Problems: Thin bark is easily damaged; foliage will turn chlorotic on alkaline soils. Firewise: Yes

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