SKU: TQ00900

Quercus rubra or Northern Red Oak is a medium to tall, deciduous tree. It is the fastest growing and tallest growing of the oaks and is long-lived. Northern Red Oak commonly reaches 65-100 feet, but can grow as tall as 160 feet given time and favorable conditions. Many mammals feed on Northern Red Oak acorns, as well as songbirds, gamebirds, and waterfowl.

Height: 65-100'
Spread: 50-75'
Zone: 4-8
Soil type: fertile, sandy, finely-textured soils with good drainage
Soil pH: 4.3-6.5
Light: Full sun
Moisture: Dry to medium wet
Flowers: Yellow-green, May
Fruit: Acorns
Fall color: Red

Wildlife value: Acorns are an important food source for mammals, songbirds, gamebirds, and waterfowl
Notes of interest: The acorns of many species of oak were traditionally an important food source for Native American peoples. Acorns of red oak were leached with ashes to remove bitter tannins and then used in various foods by many Native American peoples. Preparations made from the bark were used to treat bowel problems.