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Quercus shumardii

Shumard Red Oak

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Information by:         Photographer: Sandra Chipley/Devine

 

Description

50' tall with a 40' spread. Upright spreading, open, and broadly oval shape. Dark green foliage with red color in the fall. An good substitute for Scarlet Oak. It thrives in moist, acid bottom land soils where poor drainage is hard for other trees.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

The best time of day to water is in the early morning when there is no wind or hot drying sun.