Oak species identification - Ask Extension
Hi, the attached pictures are of an oak tree in Centennial CO that started on its own, assuming to be complements of a squirrel that forgot about his ...
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Oak species identification #907652
Asked June 28, 2025, 5:32 PM EDT
Hi, the attached pictures are of an oak tree in Centennial CO that started on its own, assuming to be complements of a squirrel that forgot about his acorn. I am trying to identify what type of oak this is to determine if it is worthy of transplanting to a less crowded location and will grow tall to produce shade.
Arapahoe County Colorado
Expert Response
Hello. Using PlantNet Identity, this appears to be White Oak.
Here is a description of that oak from CSU:
From CSU deciduous tree fact sheet, here is a summary:
Adapts to clay soils and irrigated lawns. Fall color usually yellow.
Attached is the fact sheet with more details regarding that tree and others (look in the chart section).
