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Quercus rubra
Choose Northern Red Oak if you have room for a true shade tree and want a native oak that grows faster than many others. The tradeoff is size: this is not a tree to squeeze near a house, driveway, or wires.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A | This is a major canopy tree that gives a property real shade and a strong native presence. |
| Growth Rate | A- | It moves faster than many oaks, though it is still a long-term tree. |
| Maintenance | B | Once established it is durable, but acorns, leaves, and early watering need planning. |
| Deer Resistance | C | Young trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | D | It becomes too large for tight lots, patios, and close foundation planting. |
| Screening Value | C | It can block views in leaf, but it is not a dense year-round screen. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Northern Red Oak when the customer has room for a true shade tree and wants a native planting with substance. Plan placement first; pruning around a mature oak later is not a good strategy.
| Mature Height | 67.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 52.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 50 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded, spreading |
Fast for an oak, especially after it settles in, but it still rewards patience.
Yes, expect leaves and acorns; place it where cleanup is manageable.
Give it generous room; this is not a close-to-foundation tree.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-21077
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Bought 8-10 ft and all were barely 8 if you count the container. Trees are thin and lots of brown branches and broken branches due you thrown in box truck no wrapping or anything. Hoping they survive and thicken up quick…
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I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
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Great prices and Unbelievable selection of big and small trees, shrubs, and flowering perennials! Nicest folks to work with. And local delivery is awesome! First time purchasing from this company, , and have already told friends, neighbors and family. The owner Chris is professional, knowledgeable, and yet laid back in a most friendly way. Mags in the office will help with any details. My all time BEST garden purchase EVER!
