05/28/2026
Native Plant Spotlight is BACK! Let’s talk about one of the coolest trees that is native to this region of Georgia: the White Oak (Quercus alba). Dozens of bird species use these trees for feeding, nesting, and perching; they also support over 500 species of caterpillar, an important food source for these birds. Turkeys and deer fests on their acorns, and a White Oak’s deep root system absorbs and filters rainwater reducing runoff and erosion. White Oaks that grow by waterways keep water temperatures down and allow numerous fish species to thrive, and their effectiveness at capturing CO2 helps mitigate climate change.
Interested in learning more? Check out our Cooling Canopy Creator pledge at accgov.com/stormwater!
