Description
Shingle Oak is in the red oak family even though it doesn’t have loved leaves. The leaves actually look more like a live oak which by the way I have one ( a live oak) in my greenhouse about 3 inch caliper. The Morton Arboretum has some good info on the shingle Oak. We have many other varieties of oak.
Scientific Name: Quercus imbricaria
Zone: 4-8 Find Your Growing Zone
Mature Height: 50-60 ft
Mature Width: 50-60 ft
Fruit: 1/2 – 2/3″
Flowers: The male flowers are catkins, female flowers are very small and close to the stem.
Bloom Time: April
Growth Rate: Medium 12″ per year
Soil: Moist well-drained soil.
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Flood Tolerance: Good
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Dark Red
Wildlife Value: Browse and nuts for mammals and many types of birds. Cover for many animals as well.
