RED OAK 225CM
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EAN codeOAKRED225C
- Plant genusQuercus
- Common nameRubra
- Botanical namerubra
- General informationThe Red oak (Quercus rubra) is a sprawling, roundish large tree with decorative, brown, oval fruits. It produces inconspicuous flowers in May. The Red oak also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, sandy, loamy soil, it
- Frost resistanceThe Red oak has good frost hardiness.
- FruitThe brown, oval fruits of Quercus rubra are particularly decorative. These appear from September.
- GrowthSpreading, roundish.
- LeavesThe deciduous leaves of Red oak are dark green, ovate, alternate, lobed. They are about 10 - 23 cm in size. Red oak is bright orange-red to scarlet-red in autumn. Long lasting.
- LocationPreferred location in a sunny position.
- Planting periodeContainer plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).
- Soil typeNormal soil.
- UseSolitary, ornamental shrub, landscape, green border
- Perennial plantYes