The water oak thrives in wet lands and is commonly found along ponds, rivers, swamps, shallow banks and estuaries. It also tolerates well drained soil. It grows in a variety of soil including sandy, clay and loam. Because the water oak tends to grow fast, it is often the most common species when there is water.
Unlike other trees, the water oak has a short life of about 50-70 years. The tree is not hardy and cannot tolerate shady conditions. Often the water oak is used to restore wetlands and forest that was previously cleared for agriculture.
Today, many hybrids of the water oak are available including the Southern red oak, blue jack oak, American Turkey oak, blackjack oak and black oak. These hybrids also grow fast but are more durable.
The water oak can rapidly cover moist landscape and is also an important source of food for deer, squirrel, raccoons, turkey and ducks. The wood of the water oak is often used for timber and fuel in the country side
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