Bur OakIf you're looking for a legacy tree, a true statement planting for a large lot or property, then the Bur Oak should be at the top of the list! Everything about the Bur Oak is large a massive, stately tree in maturity, with huge acorns to provide food for wildlife. The bark is also a unique identifier, with a furrowed texture that adds interest even when trees are dormant. The Bur Oak's rounded, graceful shape makes it the ultimate shade tree.