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. Slow growth rate. Form is broad oval to round crown. Produces acorns in good crops every 3-5 years, with light crops in between.