Quercus michauxii aka Swamp Chestnut Oak

With its straightforward care requirements, Swamp Chestnut Oak is a hassle-free plant that anyone can enjoy.

Swamp Chestnut Oak’s native range is South-eastern N. America - Delaware to Indiana, Missouri, Florida and Texas.

Swamp Chestnut Oak should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Swamp Chestnut Oak loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Swamp Chestnut Oak prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

The Swamp Chestnut Oak is characterized by its slow growth and doesn't need fertilization in addition to its potting soil. By renewing the soil in its pot once a year, it should have enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not from any fertilizers.

Swamp Chestnut Oak is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.