Quercus rubra – Red oak, Nothern Red oak

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Quercus rubra – Red oak, Nothern Red oak

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An oak often used in woodlands. Its crown is irregular with main branches growing horizontally. In the crown the main trunk continues to grow strongly forked. The grey bark remains smooth for a long time but later thin, dark grey bark plates appear. The young twigs are bare and glossy reddish-brown. The leaves are oval to obovate. The leaf edge has irregular and sharply serrated lobes, sometimes halfway incised (pinnate split). The leaves are 12 - 22 cm long, on young twigs up to 25 cm, and 10 - 15 cm wide. Depending on the amount of sun and the temperature the tree turns orange-red to scarlet in the autumn. Fallen leaves rot very slowly. The cylindrical flattened acorns are covered to a maximum of one quarter by the cupule: the latter is covered with small, triangular, contiguous scales. Q. rubra is a major producer of timber.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Specifications
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Height
20 - 25 (30) m, fast growing
Width
20-25m
Crown
broad oval, eventually round, half-open crown
Bark and branches
grey, stays glossy for a long time, twigs reddish-brown
Leaf
oval, deeply pinnately lobed, green, 12 - 22 cm
Autumn colour
orange, red
Flowers
golden-yellow, ♂ catkins, 5 - 8 cm long, May
Fruits
broad ovoid acorn, 2 - 2.5 cm
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
all, makes few demands
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
5a (-28,8 to -26,1 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind, resistant to de-icing salt
Fauna tree
provides food for birds
Application
avenues and broad streets, industrial areas
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
eastern and central part of North America
Synonyms
Quercus borealis, Quercus borealis var. maxima
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree acid soil clay soil loamy soil nutrient-poor soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to de-icing salt resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown green yellow fast growing Attractive autumn colour provides food for birds non-toxic (usually)
Frequently asked questions
Quercus rubra

Quercus rubra can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 (30) m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Quercus rubra is fast growing and can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 (30) m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Quercus rubra turn orange, red in autumn.

The right time to plant Quercus rubra is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Quercus rubra with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Quercus rubra blooms in may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.