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NORTHERN PIN OAK (Quercus ellipsoidalis)
PIN OAK (Quercus palustris)
SWAMP WHITE OAK (Quercus bicolor)
Other names: oak, jack oak; swamp oak, water oak
Spanish oak; white oak.

POOR

Northern pin oak is found on higher, drier soil conditions in the Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan region. Pin oak and swamp white oak prefer the low, moist and swampy areas of the central and eastern states. The pin oaks are of the black oak group. None are desirable bearing trees and the possibility of finding a live original bearing tree of these species is very remote, if not impossible. They are generally rapid growing and have a life expectancy of 100 years or less. When dead and on the ground the wood decomposes quickly, usually leaving a pronounced stump hole. Little more is known of the longevity of the original trees because of infrequent recovery. 

Avoid using these trees for corner accessories. If nothing better is available, keep the blaze small, through the sapwood, well drained and paint thoroughly. Avoid mature trees.