Red Oak
Quercus rubra
Also known as
American Red Oak, Northern Red Oak, Red oak, Northern red oak, Oak
Quercus rubra sa by Angela Huster (CC0)
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H7
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
30m | Max | 20m |
12m | Min | 8m |
50 years to reach maturity
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Red Oak Overview
Quercus rubra is a large, deciduous tree species from the Fagaceae family. Commonly known by the names Red Oak, American Red Oak and Northern Red Oak. This hardy tree grows best in full sun to partial shade, in moist, well-draining soil on the acidic side of the pH scale. Forms an open, spreading crown with age. Leaves are lobed, measuring up to 22cm long, they display attractive autumn colouration, turning red and brown in autumn. Flowers are non-showy, coloured green.
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