Zone Compatibility

| Height | 60' - 100' |
| Spread | 20' - 30' |
| Tree Form | Central Leader |
| USDA Zone | 6 - 9 |
| Blooms | May - June |
| Drops Nuts | September - October |
| Soil | Moist upland soils |
| Soil pH | 5.5 - 7.0 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Requires pollinator |
| Suggested Pollinators | White Oak, Swamp White Oak, Sawtooth Oak |
Swamp Chestnut Oak Tree
Quercus michauxii
Price range: $26.95 through $84.95
Zone Compatibility

| Height | 60' - 100' |
| Spread | 20' - 30' |
| Tree Form | Central Leader |
| USDA Zone | 6 - 9 |
| Blooms | May - June |
| Drops Nuts | September - October |
| Soil | Moist upland soils |
| Soil pH | 5.5 - 7.0 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Requires pollinator |
| Suggested Pollinators | White Oak, Swamp White Oak, Sawtooth Oak |
We accept orders year-round.
Your order will ship within next 7-14 days or requested date
For more information see the Ordering & Shipping section below.
The Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus michauxii) is a stately native white oak prized for its massive, low-tannin acorns, refined form, and long-term value to deer and wildlife. This medium to large shade tree features dark green, chestnut-like leaves that turn a brilliant yellow in fall, paired with attractive scaly bark that adds year-round character to large landscapes, farms, and habitat plantings.
Renowned for producing very large acorns (1–1¼ inches long) that are low in tannins, Swamp Chestnut Oak is a top-tier mast tree—highly sought after by deer, turkey, squirrels, and birds. It thrives in richer, fertile soils and is naturally adapted across much of the eastern U.S., extending south into north Florida and west to east Texas. Though it begins acorn production later than some oaks (~20–25 years), its acorn size, palatability, and consistency make it a cornerstone species for long-term wildlife management and legacy landscapes.
Cold hardy in USDA Zones 6–9, disease-resistant, and long-lived, the Swamp Chestnut Oak is an exceptional choice for land stewards seeking a native, high-quality white oak that delivers beauty, shade, and unmatched wildlife nutrition for generations.
| Height | 60' - 100' |
| Spread | 20' - 30' |
| Tree Form | Central Leader |
| USDA Zone | 6 - 9 |
| Blooms | May - June |
| Drops Nuts | September - October |
| Soil | Moist upland soils |
| Soil pH | 5.5 - 7.0 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Requires pollinator |
| Suggested Pollinators | White Oak, Swamp White Oak, Sawtooth Oak |
| Spacing | 50' - 60' |
| Pruning | Oaks require minimal pruning. In early years, light pruning may be used to establish a strong central leader structure. |
| Fertilization | Do not fertilize at planting. Once the trees are established, fertilize in early spring (Mar-April) as growth begins. Do not fertilize in the fall, which could promote late season tender growth that can be damaged by early frosts. |
| Watering | Newly planted trees should be watered regularly. This is the most critical step in the establishment of your new trees. Please see the Watering section under "How to plant and grow" in our Learning Center. |
At Chestnut Hill Outdoors, we’ve been shipping mail order trees for over 30 years. We’re experts at delivering healthy trees to your doorstep. All of our trees are container grown in root-enhancing pots, ensuring healthy root systems and much better success upon planting.
For more information, visit our Ordering & Shipping Page.






