Majestic Red Oak tree with vibrant orange autumn leaves over path

Red Oak Tree

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Planting & Growing Information

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Ships Between November 15-29

Planting Zone

3-8

Height at Maturity

Over 25 Feet

Water Needs

Low

Sun or Shade

Full sun

Bloom Season

April through May

Care

Red Oak Trees prefer well-drained, acidic soil and need regular watering, especially during dry spells. Mulch the base to keep moisture and prevent weeds. Trim only to clear dead or broken branches and ensure proper air circulation.

Exposure

The Red Oak Tree thrives in full sun, needing at least six hours of unaffected sunlight daily. It benefits from a sunny location with well-drained soil, which promotes vigorous growth and vibrant foliage. Partial shade can be tolerated but may reduce overall vigor.

Plant Attributes

Aesthetic appeal & wildlife habitat , Soil erosion & noise reduction, Air quality & educational value
Red Oak Tree

Red Oak Tree

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Planting & Growing Information

Ships

Ships Between November 15-29

Planting Zone

3-8

Height at Maturity

Over 25 Feet

Water Needs

Low

Sun or Shade

Full sun

Bloom Season

April through May

Care

Red Oak Trees prefer well-drained, acidic soil and need regular watering, especially during dry spells. Mulch the base to keep moisture and prevent weeds. Trim only to clear dead or broken branches and ensure proper air circulation.

Exposure

The Red Oak Tree thrives in full sun, needing at least six hours of unaffected sunlight daily. It benefits from a sunny location with well-drained soil, which promotes vigorous growth and vibrant foliage. Partial shade can be tolerated but may reduce overall vigor.

Plant Attributes

Aesthetic appeal & wildlife habitat , Soil erosion & noise reduction, Air quality & educational value

Featured Reviews

4.6 (18 reviews) View all reviews See all

Bobby Alsup

Ordered 4 red oaks, good healthy roots and buds starting to open

Benjamin Johnston

They came in a timely manner and nicely pruned ready to grow thank you

Steve Cox

Red Oak Tree

About this plant

Red Oak Tree Details

Red Oak - Quercus rubra

Red Oak Tree is a well-loved deciduous tree known for its size and habit, beautiful red fall color, and significant impact on landscapes. It is a magnificent deciduous tree that creates an attractive corner or centerpiece of your home. This tree is a fast grower, making it a great option. Its leaves are green and pointed. This tree has gorgeous fall color, turning to shades of red and orange, creating a stunning display.


Red Oak Tree Plant Info

Family: Fagaceae

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Water Needs: Moist

Height: 60 – 75 ft.

Spread: 60 – 75 ft.

Growth Rate: Fast

Bloom Time: Spring

Flower Color: Yellow

Wildlife Value: Attracts birds

Landscaping with Red Oak Trees – Benefits, Care & Placement Tips

As it grows, its canopy will create a shade garden that you can plant with plenty of native perennials. You can plant this tree to create an allée or as a street tree. Plant it in a location with well-draining soil. This plant prefers acidic soil, but it can also be planted in more alkaline soil. It will tolerate clay, loam, and sand soil types.

It's catkins emerge in the spring and are yellow-green in color. Acorns are plentiful and extremely productive about every five years. This tree is used by wildlife, especially birds and small mammals, for food and habitat. Its acorns make a plentiful food supply for birds and small mammals. Cavity-dwelling birds, like owls and woodpeckers, will use the hollows as their nests.

Red Oak Trees is considered deer-resistant except when young and vulnerable to browsing or buck rub damage. Protect it with caging or fencing during this time.Watch it for signs of insect damage, including damage from borers, which can create large networks of tunnels inside the tree.

Why Choose Red Oak Trees? Wildlife Value & Unique Traits

The Red Oak Tree is a host plant for many butterflies, including the Gray Hairstreak butterfly. TN Nursery offers a buy 1 get 1 free on most trees, store-wide.


Frequently Asked Questions

Is red oak a good yard tree?

Yes, Red Oak is an excellent yard tree. It grows quickly, provides great shade, and shows brilliant red foliage in fall. With full sun and rich, well-drained soil, it thrives and adds timeless beauty to any landscape.
Where do red oak trees grow best?

Red Oak trees grow best in full sun with deep, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. They thrive in open spaces where their roots and canopy have room to spread. With the right location, they grow strong, fast, and beautifully balanced.
Is a red oak a fast growing tree?

Yes, Red Oak is a fast-growing tree. It can grow up to 2 feet or more per year in ideal conditions. With sunlight and good soil, it quickly becomes a tall, sturdy shade tree.
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Striking Autumn Foliage: 

The Red Oak Tree dazzles with brilliant red leaves in the fall, making it a standout feature in any landscape.

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Robust Growth: 

Known for its strong and sturdy growth, the Red Oak Tree can withstand various weather conditions, ensuring long-lasting beauty.

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Excellent Shade: 

With its wide-spreading branches, the Red Oak Tree provides ample shade, creating a cool and pleasant outdoor space.

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Wildlife Friendly: 

This tree attracts various birds and wildlife, making your garden a vibrant and lively ecosystem.

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Renee

My Red Oak tree arrived well packaged and very healthy. It is now thriving and I am very pleased .

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Liam Foster – Indiana
Outstanding Red Oak Tree That Elevates My Landscape

The Red Oak Tree I bought from TN Nursery is a game-changer for my yard. Its symmetrical form and strong limbs add both shade and structure. It’s well on its way to becoming a stunning centerpiece in my landscape. Very happy with the purchase!

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Jessica Moore – Ohio
Fast Shipping and Excellent Red Oak Tree Quality

The Red Oak Tree arrived quickly and in excellent condition. TN Nursery packaged it securely and provided planting instructions. It's been in the ground for just a few weeks and is already showing strong, healthy growth. Highly recommend!

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Brandon Ellis – Georgia
Robust and Healthy Red Oak Tree from TN Nursery

I’ve purchased trees from various places online, but the Red Oak Tree from TN Nursery was by far the healthiest I’ve received. No pests, great roots, and sturdy branches. It’s growing faster than expected and looks fantastic.

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Caroline Adams – North Carolina
Perfect Red Oak Tree for Long-Term Shade and Growth

TN Nursery sent me a beautifully formed Red Oak Tree that’s now flourishing in my yard. It came with a healthy root ball and was easy to plant. I’m looking forward to years of shade, color, and strength from this magnificent native tree.

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Jason Turner – Kentucky
Thriving Red Oak Tree – Great for Shade and Beauty

My Red Oak Tree from TN Nursery is thriving after just a few months. The tree was healthy on arrival and adapted quickly to the soil. It’s already creating a canopy of lush green leaves, and I can’t wait for the brilliant red autumn display.

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Vanessa Graham – Tennessee
High-Quality Red Oak Tree That Enhances Property Value

The Red Oak Tree I received from TN Nursery was well-packaged and ready to thrive. It’s growing beautifully and provides strong structure to my landscape. The quality of the tree shows in every leaf and branch. I’m extremely happy with this investment.

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Matthew Clark – Pennsylvania
Stunning Red Oak Tree with Fast Growth and Brilliant Fall Color

I purchased a Red Oak Tree from TN Nursery, and it arrived in perfect condition. The tree was already budding, and its root system was strong and healthy. It established quickly and now boasts vibrant leaves. The fiery fall color is absolutely breathtaking.

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Bobby Alsup
Good looking trees

Ordered 4 red oaks, good healthy roots and buds starting to open

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Benjamin Johnston

They came in a timely manner and nicely pruned ready to grow thank you

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Steve Cox

Red Oak Tree

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Robert Viggers
Nice trees !

Nice trees !

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Thomas Howard
Tree order

High quality, definitely recommend and I will purchase from them again.

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Curt Hovis
Red Oak Trees

The trees arrived and looked very nice. I have them planted and have been tending to them. No signs of budding out or new growth yet, but I am hopeful.

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Andrew Bugh
Red Oak...

The Red Oak as well as other bare root trees I received from TN Nursery were well rooted, protected when shipped, and I look forward to seeing them leaf out this spring and grow into beautiful trees on our property.

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Janice Frazier
Red Oak Tree

Ordering experience was great and I received my order in just a few days.

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Blake Taylor
Beautiful Healthy Trees

this is a great product. All mine are doing exceptionally well. Shipped fast packed well I'm in love with my trees I've ordered.

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Kristi Leroy
Red Oak Tree Seedlings

these trees are amazing