{"id":1418,"date":"2021-09-25T22:58:43","date_gmt":"2021-09-25T22:58:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/?p=1418"},"modified":"2022-06-22T22:23:37","modified_gmt":"2022-06-22T22:23:37","slug":"oak-firewood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/","title":{"rendered":"Oak Firewood Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Oak is great firewood!&nbsp;It is abundantly available in the United States and native to the northern hemisphere. In addition to this, it produces minimal sparks and smoke, and has excellent coals! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a hardwood that burns slow and provides an excellent heat source. Oak contains about 600 varieties. <strong>Red and white oak are commonly used for firewood.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lifespan of many Oak species is over 200 years and they can grow up 200 ft tall. Their fruit is called acorns. The oak tree starts producing its fruit after 20 years and the mature tree bears thousands of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak wood is strong and light in color. It is a very popular choice in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662dbf387b60d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662dbf387b60d\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#is_oak_good_firewood\" title=\"Is Oak good firewood?\">Is Oak good firewood?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#burn_qualities_of_oak_firewood\" title=\"Burn Qualities of Oak Firewood\">Burn Qualities of Oak Firewood<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#heat_output\" title=\"Heat Output\">Heat Output<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#smoke\" title=\"Smoke\">Smoke<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#creosote\" title=\"Creosote\">Creosote<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#sparks\" title=\"Sparks\">Sparks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#smell\" title=\"Smell\">Smell<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#coals\" title=\"Coals\">Coals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#sap\" title=\"Sap\">Sap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#splitting\" title=\"Splitting\">Splitting<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#comparing_oak_to_other_firewood\" title=\"Comparing Oak to Other Firewood\">Comparing Oak to Other Firewood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#how_long_to_season_oak_firewood\" title=\"How Long to Season Oak Firewood?\">How Long to Season Oak Firewood?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#identifying_oak_trees\" title=\"Identifying&nbsp;Oak&nbsp;Trees\">Identifying&nbsp;Oak&nbsp;Trees<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#appearance\" title=\"Appearance\">Appearance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#leaves\" title=\"Leaves\">Leaves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#bark\" title=\"Bark\">Bark<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#types_of_oak\" title=\"Types of Oak\">Types of Oak<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#_northern_red_oak_quercus_rubra\" title=\"&nbsp;Northern red oak (Quercus rubra)\">&nbsp;Northern red oak (Quercus rubra)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#eastern_white_oak_quercus_alba\" title=\"Eastern White Oak (Quercus alba)\">Eastern White Oak (Quercus alba)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/oak-firewood\/#pin_oak_quercus_palustris\" title=\"Pin oak (Quercus palustris)\">Pin oak (Quercus palustris)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is_oak_good_firewood\"><\/span>Is Oak good firewood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of any firewood depends upon its burning properties and ease of availability. <strong>Oak is abundantly available<\/strong> so you can always have it in your stock. Oak burns nice for a longer time. It produces low smoke when properly seasoned and produces few sparks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unseasoned firewood produces less heat and gives off high smoke. Its high moisture content also causes higher popping and crackling. It also leads to higher creosote buildup in your chimney. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seasoning oak for two years is recommended to achieve ideal seasoned firewood. It smells great. Sometimes, the smell is described as sweet. These properties make it excellent firewood for indoor uses. It is not hard to ignite but softwood like cedar or pine can be used as a starter for kindling purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"burn_qualities_of_oak_firewood\"><\/span>Burn Qualities of Oak Firewood<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>BTU:&nbsp;<\/strong>24.6 to 29.1 million BTUs per cord<\/li><li><strong>Weight:&nbsp;<\/strong>3528 to 4200 lb. (dry cord)<\/li><li><strong>Resin \/ Sap Content:&nbsp;<\/strong>low<\/li><li><strong>Seasoning Time:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 year<\/li><li><strong>Smoke:&nbsp;<\/strong>low<\/li><li><strong>Splitting Difficulty:&nbsp;<\/strong>Easy to moderate<\/li><li><strong>Smell:&nbsp;<\/strong>pleasant<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"heat_output\"><\/span>Heat Output<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>White Oak produces 24.6 to 29.1 million BTUs per cord<\/strong>. BTU or British thermal unit is used to measure heat output. 1 BTU is the amount of energy produced which may increase the temperature of one pound of water by one degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a <strong>dense hardwood<\/strong> and packs a high mass per unit volume. It burns long, giving off high heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak produces high heat but it is still below hickory. White Oak has a higher BTU rating than red oak but it is comparatively difficult to split.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"smoke\"><\/span>Smoke<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All types of Oak produce&nbsp;low smoke when properly seasoned. It should be seasoned for at least one year, preferably two. Keep in mind that unseasoned firewood will give off more smoke than seasoned wood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"creosote\"><\/span>Creosote<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Creosote is a tar-like material that gets deposited inside the walls of your chimney, layer by later. It is a flammable and capable of catching fire. In fact, creosote is one of the main causes of chimney fires. Cleaning your chimney every year is recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All types of oak produce a minimum quantity of creosote.<\/strong> Usually, the amount of creosote is linked with the amount of smoke, which is low in oak firewood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"sparks\"><\/span>Sparks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak produces very low sparks! Firewoods producing high sparks carry a risk of spreading fire, especially when burnt in the open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"smell\"><\/span>Smell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many firewoods are preferred for their aroma. When freshly cut, it gives off a characteristic smell. Some firewoods smell great while others may stink or not smell at all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak has a pleasant, sweet smell. Well, most of it. Fresh-cut red oak may have a displeasing aroma at first. While burning, however, it produces a good smell! Some describe it to be somewhat like vinegar. Similar to hickory but less intense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"coals\"><\/span>Coals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"613\" src=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/coals.jpg\" alt=\"Burning Coals\" class=\"wp-image-1294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/coals.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/coals-660x506.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/coals-180x138.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/coals-768x588.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Coal quality plays a great role in the firewood experience. It is always preferable to burn firewood which stays longer and produces long-lasting coal. Usually, softwood produces low-quality coal which burns out in a short time. Hardwood produces&nbsp;high-quality coal&nbsp;which gives a longer burning time and keeps your night warm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They also make it easier to restart the fire. Oak is also hardwood which burns long and <strong>its coal stays hot for a long time<\/strong>. This adds to the experience and makes oak a great choice for burning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"sap\"><\/span>Sap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oak has very&nbsp;low sap&nbsp;content.<\/strong> Firewood high in sap content tends to produce more sparks and pops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"splitting\"><\/span>Splitting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak is\u00a0<strong>easy or moderate<\/strong>\u00a0to split. Red oak is relatively easier to split because it has a straighter grain but white oak can be messy. If the tree you find has many knots in it, then it is going to create a problem in splitting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/best-splitting-axe-for-the-money\/\">The Best Axes for Splitting Wood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is advised to split while green and let it season. Use the base of the tree as the stump to cut the firewood. Otherwise, the force will be absorbed in the ground and it will take more energy to split. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"comparing_oak_to_other_firewood\"><\/span>Comparing Oak to Other Firewood<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All around, Oak is a great wood to burn in your fireplace. It gives off minimal smoke and sparks, smells good, and has long-burning coals. Moreover, it&#8217;s abundantly available through much of the United States! See how it compares to other firewood in the table below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Wood<\/th><th>Weight<\/th><th>Heat per Cord (Million BTUs)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Osage-orange<\/td><td>4728<\/td><td>32.9<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Oak, White<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>4200<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>29.1<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pecan<\/td><td>4500<\/td><td>28.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Oak, Red<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>3528<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>24.6<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Walnut, Black<\/td><td>3192<\/td><td>22.2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sweetgum<\/td><td>2592<\/td><td>21.3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Elm, American<\/td><td>2872<\/td><td>20.0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pine, White<\/td><td>2250<\/td><td>15.9<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Redcedar, Eastern<\/td><td>2060<\/td><td>13.0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_long_to_season_oak_firewood\"><\/span>How Long to Season Oak Firewood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak takes a long time to lose moisture. Even if the bark is removed, it stays wet for a long time. So, after cutting, split it into the pieces. It speeds up the drying process. The split firewood should be placed in stacks, away from buildings or hedges with plenty of sunshine and airflow. <strong>Oak takes at least&nbsp;one full year&nbsp;to season, preferably two. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seasoning is an important process required in getting your firewood to burn at the maximum heat. It also produces low smoke and creosote. It is important to keep the firewood stack covered to save it from moisture and rains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/how-long-to-dry-firewood\/\">visit this article<\/a>&nbsp;to find general tips and FAQs about seasoning practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"identifying_oak_trees\"><\/span>Identifying&nbsp;Oak&nbsp;Trees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can&nbsp;identify&nbsp;oak from its wood. Oak has rings like other trees. These are annual rings that tell us the age. In addition to these circular rings, oak firewood has straight lines, perpendicular to these circles from center to outward. These lines are called&nbsp;rays. Sycamore also has these lines but they are different in being short and close to each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"appearance\"><\/span>Appearance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak has around 450 species, of which 58 species are found throughout the United States. Most of the species are deciduous, however, a few are evergreens. It produces acorns which are its identification feature. Many animals feed on it. Oak trees can reach up to 75 in height and 9 feet in diameter and they can live for over 200 years.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"leaves\"><\/span>Leaves<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/oak-leaves-and-acorns.jpg\" alt=\"Oak Leaves and Acorns\" class=\"wp-image-1422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/oak-leaves-and-acorns.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/oak-leaves-and-acorns-660x472.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/oak-leaves-and-acorns-180x129.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.timbergadgets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/oak-leaves-and-acorns-768x549.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak has lobbed leaves. Commonly they have five lobes. These lobes are rounded at the tips but some species have leaves with pointy tips. Leaves are shiny and dark green species. Finally, the leaves are arranged alternately on the branch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"bark\"><\/span>Bark<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Young stems have smooth bark but it develops ridges and fissures. Its color varies from whitish gray to dark brown, approaching to black.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"types_of_oak\"><\/span>Types of Oak<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Listed below are some of the more well known types of Oak trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_northern_red_oak_quercus_rubra\"><\/span>&nbsp;Northern red oak (<em>Quercus rubra<\/em>)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as &#8220;Champion Oak&#8221;, the Northern Red Oak is found throughout the Eastern United States and Canada.&nbsp;Its leaves&nbsp;have serrated, pointy edges on 7 to 11 lobes and&nbsp;the bark&nbsp;is dark brown to reddish-gray with shiny stripes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While still a hardwood, Champion Oaks are less dense than White Oaks. It is also easier to split and produces less heat. It attains a height of about 92 feet, sometimes more. Its heat output is 24.6 million BTUs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"eastern_white_oak_quercus_alba\"><\/span>Eastern White Oak (<em>Quercus alba<\/em>)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This white oak grows from about 100 feet tall. It is a big tree with a large canopy. Its leaves are 5 &#8211; 9 inches long and 2 &#8211; 4 inches wide.&nbsp;Leaves&nbsp;have 7 to 9 rounded lobes. It can be identified by its grayish-white&nbsp;bark, with overlapping scales and narrow fissures. It is harder and more dense than red oak and also carries superior firewood properties! Eastern White Oak is rated at 29.1 million BTUs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"pin_oak_quercus_palustris\"><\/span>Pin oak (<em>Quercus palustris<\/em>)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Small, dead branches stick out of the main stem, which resembles pins. That&#8217;s where it gets its name \u2018Pin Oak\u2019. It has lobed, shiny, and green&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;with pointed edges. Leaves are 3 to 5 inches long and 2 to 5 inches wide with 5 to 9 lobes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has smooth red-gray&nbsp;bark&nbsp;turning grayish with maturity. Pin Oaks grow to about 72 feet in height and have a life of 90 to 120 years. It is typically found in the Eastern United States and Southern Canada.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Oak is great firewood!&nbsp;It is abundantly available in the United States and native to the northern hemisphere. 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