Water Oak
It is a popular tree in the South as a shade and street tree.
Water oak acorns provide food for many animals such as squirrels, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey.
The Water Oak tree, Quercus nigra, is also known as a spotted oak or possum oak.
This deciduous tree is fast growing and it starts producing acorns before its 10th year.
The Water Oak is found along streams and low ground.
Water Oak trees are a conical to round-topped tree.
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Make a plastic root cellar by sinking a garbage can into the ground with the rim 3 inches above the ground. Line the bottom of the garbage can with 2 inches of damp sand, repeat this with each layer of vegetables. Finally, place a 1 to 2 foot high pile of leaves and straw over the top followed by a plastic film held down by rocks.
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