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Quercus coccinea

Scarlet Oak

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

As a handsome, deciduous tree growing to 60' in height, the Scarlet Oak has a light, open branching habit with bright green leaves that grow to 6" in length with deeply cut lobes. In the fall, these leaves will turn to bright scarlet.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park, Roadside

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.