Do oak trees like lime soil?

Oak trees generally prefer well-drained, acidic to neutral soils, typically with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0. Lime soil, which is alkaline, can raise the pH and may not provide the ideal conditions for oak trees to thrive. While some oak species can tolerate a range of soil types, consistently high lime levels can hinder their growth and nutrient absorption. Therefore, it's best to avoid planting oak trees in heavily lime-influenced soils.