As you can see, the white oak adds so much to forest ecosystems. Planting more of these trees could go a long way toward ...

Highly valued economically, ecologically and culturally, the white oak (Quercus alba) is a keystone forest species and is one of the most abundant trees across much of eastern North America.

During a recent Arbor Day event, Gov. Josh Stein announced that the 2025 N.C. Tree of the Year is the white oak, Quercus alba ...