Scientific Name
Quercus falcata

Common Name
Southern red oak
Hardiness Zones: 7-9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types including poor dry soil; drought tolerant
Texture: Medium
Form: Rounded
Height: 70 to 90’
Width:  --
Leaf: 5 to 9" alternate, simple leaves with 5 to 7 deeply cut leaves; brown fall color; hold late into fall
Flower/Fruit: .5" acorn
Comments: Native
Cultivars: --
 

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