PlantFiles: Northern Red Oak, Eastern Red Oak, Mountain Red Oak, Gray Oak
Quercus rubra

Native to North America in the northeastern United States and southeast Canada. It grows from the north end of the Great Lakes, east to Nova Scotia, south as far as Georgia and states with good soil that is slightly acidic.

Beautiful red leaves in autumn. The acorns are extremely important wildlife food and are the primary overwintering food for a great many species of birds and mammals.
Mammals such as white-tailed deer, elk, moose, cottontail rabbits and hares partake of the leaves. The acorns afford a source of nutrition for the eastern chipmunk, white-footed mouse, white-tailed deer, flying squirrel, gray squirrel, fox squirrel, black bear and deer mouse, according to the National Forest Service. Northern red oak's acorns are edible by the northern bobwhite, white-breasted nuthatch, eastern crow and wild turkey, as well as many other bird species. It's the crown jewel of any wildlife garden.

Very fast growing for an oak. Grows positively brauntosaurian in great age. A good oak for lawn or to garden under. Brilliant red-orange in autumn. A wonderful tree if you have the space.

A rare tree in Edmonton, AB because of lack of testing. Any trees that have been planted grow very well. Definitely a tree to look for in the future though. Hardy to zone 3a. Beautiful fall color.

For people in the Northeast, Northern Red Oak is a good choice. It is a fast growing tree and will not be affected by our increasing temps.

This tree is a fast grower. It has lovely dense foliage that puts on a real show in autumn. It prefers rich loamy soil and grows well in zones 3-7. It transplants easily and grows well even within city limits (polution tolerant).

Gets the name because the foliage turns red in fall and the reddish interior wood. A valuable timber tree used for furniture, boards, and flooring.The acorns attract wildlife such as birds,deer and squirrels.