Shumard Red Oak (Quercus shumardii) is a large, deciduous tree known for its beautiful red fall color, tolerance of various urban conditions, and wildlife value due to its edible acorns. It is a fast-growing native tree with deep green, lobed leaves and a medium-sized, saucer-shaped acorn. The wood is commercially valuable, and it is a long-lived tree, reaching up to 480 years of age.

• Light: Requires full sunlight for best growth
• Leaf Retention: Deciduous
• Leaves: Simple, alternate, and deep green, turning brilliant red to red-orange in the fall
• Flowers: Produced in catkins in the spring, with bloom colors being white or green
• Fruit: Egg-shaped acorns, approximately 1 inch long, with a thick, flat, saucer-shaped cup at the base
• Growth Rate: Grows moderately fast
• Mature Size: Can reach a height and spread of 40-60 feet
• Longevity: A long-lived tree, with documented specimens reaching at least 480 years of age