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Scarlet Oak

Scarlet Oak winter

Overview

Scientific NameQuercus coccinea
Common NameScarlet Oak
FamilyFagaceae
Year Planted2004
Average Tree SizeExtra Large
Growth RateModerate
Sun RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Sun
Water RequirementsMoist, Well-drained
Native RangeMidwestern to Eastern North America
Hardiness Zone5 to 8
Season of InterestFall, Mid Fall, Late Fall
Supported WildlifeMammals, Migrant Birds
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Scarlet Oak Map Location

Key
Green Deciduous TreeDeciduous Trees
Gold Deciduous TreeDeciduous Champion Trees
Green Coniferous TreeConiferous Trees
Gold Coniferous TreeConiferous Champion Trees
Green ShrubShrubs
Gold ShrubsChampion Shrubs
Compass indicating North is up

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