{"product_id":"oak-northern-red","title":"Oak, Northern Red","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNorthern Red Oak (\u003cem\u003eQuercus rubra\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA substantial red-group oak for well-drained woodland restoration and broad shade. Seedlings vary in fall color, growth, and eventual crown form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuild a long-term canopy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant where the mature crown and roots have room to spread. It is a different site choice from the oaks selected for repeated bottomland flooding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLeaves feed a different food chain\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOak foliage supports caterpillars such as imperial moth and hairstreak larvae; insect-eating birds use this living food supply. Retain some leaf litter and healthy leaf feeding beneath a habitat tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAcorns take a compatible planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed-group oaks generally take two growing seasons to mature acorns. Plant several genetically different trees of the same species with overlapping pollen release for a more dependable mast planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern and central North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous woody perennial tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Dry; Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–70 feet; varies with seedling and site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acorns for wildlife; crops and bearing age vary among seedlings. Human food use requires correct identification and thorough tannin removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind-pollinated; plant several genetically distinct trees of the same species or hybrid type for a better chance of overlapping pollen and acorn production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanning for Acorns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a mast planting, choose genetically different trees with overlapping spring bloom; a different common name is not required. Our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oak-northern-red-bare-root\"\u003ebare-root Northern Red oak seedlings\u003c\/a\u003e offer another planting option. Independent seedlings differ genetically; extra stems or clones from one tree do not add that diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater the container root ball before planting and check for circling roots. Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base fertilizer decisions on a soil test.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProtect young trunks and roots from browsing, mowing, and compaction. Follow regional pruning guidance where oak wilt occurs; retain harmless galls and caterpillar feeding when practical. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. Growth, flowering, and bearing age vary among individual trees and sites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon \/ 2-3'","offer_id":46340988305667,"sku":null,"price":26.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon \/ 3-4'","offer_id":46340988764419,"sku":null,"price":41.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Northern-Red-Oak-Bare-Root-Native-Tree-For-Sale_74fc2a86-d7cb-4b44-9def-93798895d642.png?v=1731702495","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/oak-northern-red","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}