Northern Red Oak Size:5 Gal Handsome in dry desert gardens

Handsome in dry desert gardens as well

with more open growth than its cousin Boston Ivy

or feature in patio containers and hanging baskets

Selected as the 2004 Perennial Plant of the Year

BLOOMS Late spring to early summer MATURE SIZE Moderate growing

Northern Red Oak Size:5 Gal Handsome in dry desert gardensQuercus rubra Pronunciation: KWER kus ROO bruh DESCRIPTION Outstanding large pyramidal tree displays brilliant orange, brown and red fall coloring. An excellent shade tree for large lawns or parks. Sends roots deep, easy to garden under. Deciduous. LIGHT Full sun WATERING Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. BLOOMS Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. MATURE SIZE Moderate growing; reaches 60 to 80 ft. tall, 35 to 40 ft. wide.