Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

Red Oak is a deciduous oak occasionally reaching 120' in height. Its straight trunk is clear of branches for some distance above the ground and supports a wide canopy, commonly 3/4 that of height. The dark bark is striped with long, smooth plates separated by deep furrows. Leaf lobes are bristle-tipped. Fall color is can be crimson, golden-orange, or russet. The northernmost eastern oak, it is also the most important lumber species of red oak. A popular handsome shade and street tree, with good form and dense foliage. One of the most rapid-growing oaks, it transplants easily, is hardy in city conditions, and endures cold. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.

Attracts: 🐝 🐦 
Light: full sun to part shade 
Soil: dry to medium