Extremely adaptable to dry, rocky or sandy sites. Needs full sun. Produces acorns in good crops every 2-3 years, eaten by many forms of wildlife. Slow growth rate, with very deep taproot system. Integral part of Oak Savanna native prairies.
Leaves develop excellent fall colors from orange to red.
Quite tolerant of most soils and grows best on north and east slopes. Large acorn crop every 2-5 years. Wood is valuable for lumber, veneer. Good tolerance to heavy, poorly drained soils and to drought. Also does well in upland sites.