Scarlet Oak (Quercus coccinea)
$40.00
Scarlet Oak provides the color red throughout three seasons. In the spring, the new leaves emerge with a red hue. In the fall, the leaves turn a vivid red that lasts until the leaves fall off after the first snow of the season. Scarlet Oak is tolerant of poor soils and wind . It is very versatile and can grow in a wide range of soils except alkaline and has some wind and drought tolerance which makes it a great tree to use in urban conditions and parks. The acorns produced from this tree are an important food source for songbirds, turkeys, grouse, squirrels and deer. Full sun.
NATIVE RANGE
Larger sizes available for local customers.
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Additional information
| Scientific Name | Quercus coccinea |
|---|---|
| Height | 50-70' |
| Spread | 40-50' |
| Shape | Round, open |
| Foliage | Glossy green |
| Fall Foliage | Scarlet |
| Native to | Eastern U.S. |
| Zone | 4-9 |
