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Shumard Oak

Quercus Shumardii

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Overview

The Shumard Oak, Quercus shumardii, thrives in various soils, maturing to a majestic 40 to 60 feet with a spread of 40 to 60 feet at a moderate pace. Exhibits a striking red fall color and sturdy structure. Its acorns sustain wildlife. With a 7-9 hardiness zone adaptability, it is ideal for large spaces, providing ample shade and remarkable longevity. Essential for diverse landscapes, it enhances ecological value.

Sun FullWater LowZones 5–9Climate Mediterranean
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — Its acorns sustain wildlife

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Mature height
40–60 Ft.
Mature width
30–40 Ft.

Classification

Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — serve as a food source to local wildlife
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — typically about one inch in size
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — When designing a landscape
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — allowance should be made for its potential root spread
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — green flowers in the garden
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — tree with green blooms
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — ensuring that the tree has ample space to establish its deep and extensive root system
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — Quercus shumardii is an investment in long-term grandeur
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — requiring moderate maintenance and providing year-round interest in expansive garden designs
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — which is often as wide as the tree is tall
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — maturing to a majestic 40 to 60 feet with a spread of 40 to 60 feet at a moderate pace; with a 7-9 hardiness zone adaptability
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — tree for full
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — Its acorns sustain wildlife; it can soar even higher up to about 100 feet
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — Exhibits a striking red fall color and sturdy structure; flourishing in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — Essential for diverse landscapes, it enhances ecological value; flourishing in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — it is ideal for large spaces; requiring moderate maintenance and providing year-round interest in expansive garden designs
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — With a 7-9 hardiness zone adaptability; serve as a food source to local wildlife
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — providing ample shade and remarkable longevity; with a 7-9 hardiness zone adaptability
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — is a stately deciduous tree and a choice specimen for landscape designs that require a grand natural anchor; serve as a food
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — scientifically known as Quercus shumardii; it can soar even higher up to about 100 feet
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — It is native to North America; requiring moderate maintenance and providing year-round interest in expansive garden designs
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — the Shumard Oak is distinguished by its canopy which; serve as a food source to local wildlife
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — A member of the red oak group; it can soar even higher up to about 100 feet
Shumard Oak (Quercus Shumardii) — an indicator of its adaptability to a range of climates; flourishing in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9

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