Swamp White Oak

The Swamp White Oak tree is a great choice for a shade tree due to its ability to live for more than 300 years, and has many positive attributes including gorgeous fall color, dark green deciduous leaves, and attracting birds of all varieties. As the name suggests, you can find this tree in swampy areas or river banks, but the Swamp White Oak tree is also known to grow well in urban areas that have well-drained and moderately wet soil.