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Common Name: Northern Red Oak

Species Name: Quercus rubra

Family Name: Fagaceae

 

 

 

 

Plant Facts  
Origin Eastern United States
Sun Preference Full Sun
Susceptibility Oak wilt, bacterial leaf scorch

 

 

ID Characteristics

  • Leaf and Stem Characteristics
    • Plant Height: 80-foot diameter, 80-foot height
    • Leaves: Alternate, simple, oval or obovate, 4-9 inches long, 3-6 inches wide, 7-11 lobes

 

 

Habitat/Ecology  
Soil Preference Well-drained, sandy loam
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone
Notes Chlorotic in high pH soils
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