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