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Northern Red Oak

Quercus rubra

This rugged staple of the Eastern Forest is just at home as an urban shade or street tree. Oaks are among the most beneficial genera for diverse wildlife.

BLOOM TIME
  • April
SUNLIGHT
  • Full Sun
SOIL TYPE
  • Well Drained
  • Dry
  • Moist
  • Texture (Sand)
  • Texture (Loam)
  • pH Acid <6.0
  • pH Neutral 6.0-8.0
HEIGHT

Over 20'

CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED

Over 200

WILDLIFE BENEFITED

Caterpillars, Birds, Mammals

Artist: Jada Fitch

Photo Credit: Dan Jaffe