Quercus coccinea #3
Quercus coccinea #3
Scarlet Oak
Large shade tree
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NATIVE - A stately shade tree for the lawn, particularly in drier locations. Also a good street tree. Since it is a large tree, it must be planted in a location where it will have sufficient space to grow upward and spread to its mature size. Foliage is a glossy green in summer turning to scarlet in fall.
Botanical Name- Quercus coccinea
Pronunciation- KWER-kus kok-SIN-ee-uh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 45 ft
Mature Height- 75 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Prefers well-drained to dry soil
Current Size- #3
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Fauna Attracted- Nesting birds, acorn-eating birds (jays), myriad insect pollinators
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C40
Yearly Care Instructions- Remove deadwood in winter; water newly planted trees deeply and mulch around the base.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead or weak branches.
Fertilization Instructions- Use a slow-release, balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; low to moderate feeding need. Improve clay drainage and water deeply during establishment.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Oak wilt, gypsy moths, powdery mildew
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