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When do red and white oak acorns sprout; fall or spring?

Last Updated: January 11, 2012

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Acorns from the white oak species often sprout on the tree and can be planted immediately after harvest without a stratification (cold) treatment. Acorns from red oak species benefit from a cold storage treatment.

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