Northern Red Oak

Tags: Oak
Quercus rubra

Outstanding large pyramidal tree displays brilliant orange, brown and red fall coloring. An excellent shade tree for large lawns or parks. Sends roots deep, easy to garden under. Deciduous.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Full sun
Mature Size:
60-80' tall, 35-40' wide.
Cold Hardiness Zone:
4-9
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
NULL
Bloom Period:
Inconspicuous
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.

Care Instructions

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Pruning time: winter.