How to Grow an Oak Tree from an Acorn

Collect Acorns: Gather healthy acorns from the ground in autumn.

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Test Viability: Place acorns in water; discard floaters.

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Cold Stratification: Refrigerate viable acorns in moist sand for 1-2 months.

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Planting: Plant stratified acorns in pots with well-draining soil

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Watering: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

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Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after the last frost.

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Care: Water regularly and protect from pests as the tree grows.

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