chinquapin oak

Botanical Name	Quercus muehlenbergii
Common Name	chinquapin oak
Family	Fagaceae
USDA Zone	5 thru 7
Light Requirement	Full Sun
Season(s) of interest	all seasons
Height and Spread	40-60ft x 50-70ft (12-18m x 15-20m)
Flower Color	Small Yellowish-Green
Attracts Wildlife	Provides Food for Birds, Hosts Caterpillars of Butterflies/Moths, Attracts Pollinators,
Additional Information	Native to Chicago Region. Oaks Host more Species of Moths/Butterflies than any other plants.
Location in Lurie Garden	East Meadow