Red Oak

Common Name: Red Oak

Scientific Name: Quercus rubra

Zone: 3-8

Blossom Colour: Inconspicuous (small, greenish-yellow catkins)

Flowering Type: Monoecious (both male and female flowers on the same tree)

Summer Colour: Dark green

Fall Colour: Red to reddish-brown

Mature Height (ft): 60-75 feet

Mature Spread (ft): 45-50 feet

Exposure: Full sun

Tree Type: Deciduous broadleaf

Watering: Moderate watering, especially during dry periods; prefers well-drained soil

Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer suitable for trees. Avoid excessive nitrogen, as it can promote weak growth.