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    Also Known As

    • Shumard Red Oak
    • Southern Red Oak

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 50'-90'
    • W: 40'-50'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Quercus shumardii plant details

    Quercus shumardii is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus shumardii

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: fagaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 40 FT - 50 FT - wide, 50 FT - 90 FT - tall
    Uses: fall color

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus shumardii

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This open round-headed oak (to 120') is one of the largest of the southern red oaks. Lustrous, deeply-lobed leaves turn scarlet in fall. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Easier to transplant than most oaks, it also grows well in soils up to pH 8.0. In form and growth rate, typical of Scarlet Oak, but usually grows to only 50 ft. tall.

    By: Heritage Seedlings

    Fast growing, upright broad oval shape, fall color red, tolerant of damp soils. Hardy to Zone 5

    By: Lael's Moon Garden

    Gardening facts about Quercus shumardii plant

    How to Grow Quercus shumardii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • birds

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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