Bright green, shiny red oak leaf close up.

Red oak tree in the fall with bright red leaves.

Bare root oak trees in a cooler with no leaves.

Bare root oak tree against a barn door with a shovel for size comparison.

Northern Red Oak

$3.55 – $29.00

Scientific Name: Quercus rubra
Zone: 3-8
Mature Height: 60-75 ft
Mature Width: 60-75 ft
Fruit: 3/4 – 1″ Acorns
Flowers: Inconspicuous
Growth Rate: Fast
Soil: acidic, moist, well-drained
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Flood Tolerance: Moderate tolerance, especially when dormant.
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Bright Red
Wildlife Value: Great food resource for mammals and many types of birds.