Oak tree not producing acorns this year - Ask Extension
Hello. My large white oak tree did not produce any acorns this year. Last year it had a smaller than usual crop. We have lived here 37 years and this ...
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Oak tree not producing acorns this year #889323
Asked November 04, 2024, 1:40 PM EST
Hello. My large white oak tree did not produce any acorns this year. Last year it had a smaller than usual crop. We have lived here 37 years and this tree has always had a bumper crop up until now. It looks to be healthy. It does not exhibit any rot around the base or root area. Can you tell me why there is a sudden decline in acorns? Thank you.
Anne Arundel County Maryland
Expert Response
There could be a wide range of reasons, not necessarily stemming from tree health. If the tree is stressed and could not support a more typical acorn crop volume (assuming it just doesn't need more recuperation time after its last masting year), then factors like the ongoing drought might be playing a role. Frost or rain around the time its spring flowers were open could have inhibited pollination or caused flowers to be damaged, preventing fruit (acorn) set.
If you notice any concerning symptoms moving forward, then we recommend that a certified arborist or licensed tree expert evaluate the tree in person. While they cannot treat or cure every ailment, they can help make a diagnosis while also looking for sources of tree stress that might be able to be alleviated.
Miri
If you notice any concerning symptoms moving forward, then we recommend that a certified arborist or licensed tree expert evaluate the tree in person. While they cannot treat or cure every ailment, they can help make a diagnosis while also looking for sources of tree stress that might be able to be alleviated.
Miri
