Scarlet Oak Tree
Description
About The Scarlet Oak Tree
A native oak with stunning red fall foliage!
The Scarlet Oak (Quercus coccinea), also called Black Oak, Red Oak, or Spanish Oak is best known for its brilliant autumn color. It is a medium-sized shade tree with a straight trunk and a rounded, open crown. It is a fast-growing tree native to the Eastern United States forests, found in Maine and New York down south as far as Florida, and as west as Missouri.
Growing up to 60-80ft. tall, this landscape specimen serves as a good lawn and street tree, with shiny green, lobed leaves in the summer that turn scarlet red in the fall. Scarlet Oak is hardy and adaptable to many soil types. It’s quickly becoming a popular choice for those who want seasonal interest in their landscapes!
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Characteristics
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 9 |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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Shipping Information
Estimated Delivery Date
Arrives when it's time to plant
Questions & Answers
Your respond below indicates it will tolerate alkaline soil, whereas this response suggests it will grow in a wide range of soils EXCEPT alkaline, which is contraditory. I'm in 9B with alkaline soil. Will this grow here in Phoenix?
We do send a read this first but we have a growing guide on our website please see the link below
https://www.starkbros.com/growing-guide/how-to-grow/landscape-trees/shade-trees
Please visit our growing guide on shade trees all planting instructions will be here in this link. https://www.starkbros.com/growing-guide/how-to-grow/landscape-trees/shade-trees
Although scarlet oak has a predominant tap root, it does have some spreading lateral roots, The lateral roots may appear above the soil surface as they increase in diameter. Trees over 50 feet tall should be planted at least 7 to 8 feet from the sidewalk or driveway.
Yes as all oak trees have acorns.
This tree grows at a medium rate, with height increases of 13–24" per year.
replacing trees that were removed
Beautiful fall colors and fast growing.
It's color in the fall.
It will like the soil it's going into. It's a dry site and this tree can handle droughts after it's established in a few years. The leaves turn a pretty red in fall. It will provide shade for the next…