Quercus rubra
Red Oak

Description:

Medium-large deciduous tree, broad structure, rounded crown, green ovate shallow lobe leaves turn brown/deep red in Autumn, moderate growth once established, handsome adaptable shade tree of good form. Typical size 15-20m x 8-10m

Comments:

Tolerant of urban stresses including compacted soils, air pollution and wind, however it performs best in moist, well drained acid soils in cooler areas. Grows best in full sun. May become chlorotic on soils of high pH. May be slow to recover from