Often retains dead leaves into winter.
Reputedly difficult to transplant, though Dirr says in practice, results are better than its reputation. Shade and dense shallow roots preclude underplanting, but according to the USDA, it also wants a fairly deep soil.
Every single source mentions how large this tree gets, even though it takes a while to get there, and that ample space both above and below ground is required. However, should grow more upright if crowded (as in the natural forest habitat).
Susceptible to beech bark disease in the Northeast. Poor compartmentalizer of decay.
JerseyYards.org, the USDA, and UFL outnumber NCSU on the question of salt tolerance. JerseyYards.org, White Oak, Missouri BG, and the USDA all outnumber Cal Poly on the question of clay tolerance.
Sources: White Oak, Sunset, UFL, JerseyYards.org, Missouri BG, UConn, Cal Poly, USDA.
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