Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)
$40.00
Categories: Bird Habitat | Dry Site | Fast Growing | Large-Sized Trees | Mesic Site | Pollination | Shade Tree | Urban Site |Wildlife
Northern Red Oak is a fast-growing native oak valued for its strong structure, dense canopy, and outstanding wildlife benefits. One of the easiest oaks to transplant and establish, it is widely used as a shade tree, street tree, and windbreak component throughout the Great Plains and Midwest.
This large deciduous tree typically grows 60–80 feet tall with a spread of around 50 feet. Young trees develop a pyramidal shape, maturing into a broad, rounded canopy that provides generous shade and long-term landscape structure.
Its glossy dark green foliage creates a dense summer canopy before turning red to red-brown in fall. Leaves often persist into winter, adding seasonal texture and screening value.
Northern Red Oak is also an important keystone species, supporting a wide range of butterflies, moths, birds, and wildlife. Its acorns provide valuable food for mammals and birds, while its canopy contributes significant habitat value in both urban and naturalized landscapes.
Adaptable and durable, Northern Red Oak performs well in dry to mesic soils and tolerates many urban conditions once established.
NATIVE RANGE
Larger sizes available for local customers.
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Additional information
| Scientific Name | Quercus rubra |
|---|---|
| Height | 60-80' |
| Spread | 50' |
| Shape | Pyramidal in youth, rounded at maturity |
| Foliage | Glossy, dark green |
| Fall Foliage | Red to red-brown |
| Native To | Eastern U.S., Great Lakes Region, NE, Northern Plains States, Southeastern Region |
| Zone | 4 |
| Size | 1 gallon |
