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Oak Trees

Oaks are long-lived, strong and wonderful for wildlife, but they are big trees with wide, shallow roots, and they need room. The one disease every oak owner should know about is oak wilt, which is why oaks are pruned only in winter.

If an oak is browning in summer, read why oak trees turn brown. Planning a new one? See how close to a house you can plant an oak.

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