Eastern Red Oak Trees
Brilliant fall color, fast growing, strong. The Eastern Red Oak, is known for its strength, fast growing, brilliant fall color. Used as a specimen tree and also for wildlife. Has moderate water requirements and has a moderate tolerance to salt and alkali soils.
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Eastern Red Oak
Eastern Red Oak Tree Facts
Scientific Name:
Quercus borealis
Foliage:
Green
Mature Height:
50-75'
Mature Spread:
40-50'
Soil:
Tolerant of salt and alkaline
Zones:
4-8
Moisture:
Moderate moisture requirements
Rounded, ascending, usually massive branches, tends to branch low to ground. Fall color from yellow-brown to russet-red and bright red. New leaves have a reddish tinge in the spring. Commercially valuable wood. Will bear acorns in 10-12 years in the nursery. Does best in well-drained soils.
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