Swamp White Oak

Quercus bicolor. A rapid growing and long-lived tree found in lowlands, stream edges and swamps that average around 60 feet tall.  The leaves are dark green on top and silvery on the bottom. Native to north-central and north-eastern parts of the US, including around Lake Champlain in Vermont. The acorns are sweet, like other upland white oaks. The acorns are loved by ducks, squirrels, rodents and more. 

Medium 1-2', Large 2-3'