Quercus coccinea
A medium-to-large tree of dry woodlands, more common on upper slopes and ridges. Leaves deeply lobed; the lobes have bristles on sharply points. Relatively fast growing and long lived. Very useful to wildlife.
Native Plant of the Month
December 2007
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
scarlet oak
Type:
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Moisture:
Dry
Light:
Sun
Part Sun
Part Sun
Soil:
Sandy
Well-drained
Recommended for gardening
Recommended for gardening