Profile
Red Oak
Quercus rubra
Deciduous Tree
Height |
60 - 75 (feet) |
|---|---|
Spread |
60 - 75 (feet) |
Distinctions |
Rounded form; leaves 5" to 9" long with 7 to 11 pointed lobes, rounded sinuses; pinkish red when emerging, variable brown to red fall color; fruit is medium brown acorn with flat cap; bark is smooth dark brown to black, ridged when mature; shallow root structure, negligible taproot; withstands air pollution. |
Limitations |
Unknown |
Hardiness |
SE (Zone 4) |
Origin |
Northeastern and north-central United States |
Invasive Potential |
May spread invasiveness unknown - Monitor plantings for spread |
