Quercus coccinea
SCARLET OAK
Fagaceae

 
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Plant type: deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 2-9b

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: high wind, heavy frost
20m
Plant habit
 
15m

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Origins: North America

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Quercus coccinea
SCARLET OAK
Fagaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 2-9b

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: high wind, heavy frost
20m
Plant habit
 
15m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a

Leaves: coloured in autumn

Ornamental Fruit: acorn


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits formal, mediterranean & oriental designs

Uses: street tree, shade tree, soil binding

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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