Description

Red Oak (Quercus rubra) tree in a pot

Bring grandeur and fiery autumn brilliance to your garden with the Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra). Native to North America and widely admired across the UK, this fast-growing deciduous tree features a broad, open crown and sharply lobed leaves that blaze red, yellow, and bronze before falling. Its smooth silver-grey bark and stately form make it a standout in parklands, large gardens, and rewilding projects.

Key Features:

🌿 Height & Growth: Reaches 17–25m tall; one of the fastest-growing oaks

🍁 Seasonal Appeal: Deep green foliage turns vivid red in autumn

🌍 Ecological Impact: Pollution-tolerant and suitable for urban environments

🧬 Origin: Native to eastern North America; thriving in UK soils since introduction

Best Planted In: Lime-free, well-drained soils with full sun exposure. Perfect for long-term investment in biodiversity, beauty, and climate resilience

Features

• Supplied in a container pot
• 60-90cm tall tree in a 3 litre pot and supplied with cane
• 1.25-1.5m tall tree supplied in a 10 litre pot
• 1.5m-1.8m tall tree supplied in a 10 litre pot
• Package includes planting instructions
• Fast courier delivery

Delivery is not available for the following Postcode areas: HS, IV, KW, PA, PH, ZE, BT, IM, TR21-25, KA27-28, AB31-56, FK17-21