Common Names: Northern Red Oak

Scientific Name: Quercus rubra

Size: 7 Gallon

Tree Characteristics

• Deciduous: Northern Red Oak is a deciduous tree, shedding its leaves in the fall.

• Size: 60-75 ft. (or more)

• Leaves: The leaves are alternate, simple, with seven to eleven lobes with pointed tips, resembling the shape of a classic oak leaf. They turn a vibrant red or golden orange in autumn.

• Bloom Color: In spring, the tree produces green flowers that develop into acorns.

• Bloom Time: Spring

• Growth: >2ft/year

• Age: Can live 300-400 years.

Growing Conditions

• Water Use: Low to Medium

• Light Requirement: Full Sun

• Soil Moisture: Well-drained

Ecological Benefits

An integral part of Maryland's native forest ecosystems, the Northern Red Oak supports a wide range of wildlife, from insects to birds and mammals. It contributes to soil health, prevents erosion, and adds to the state's rich natural heritage. Oaks are keystone species.