{"product_id":"southern-red-oak-tree","title":"Southern Red Oak Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouthern Red Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eQuercus falcata\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Spanish Oak, is a majestic native shade tree that balances rugged, drought-tough resilience with unparalleled ecological value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1\"\u003eA stately, fast-growing icon of the Southeast, the Southern Red Oak is built for large landscapes and challenging environments. Reaching 60 to 80 feet over time (up to 100 feet in optimal conditions) with a broad, open crown, this oak shrugs off poor, dry, and depleted soils. It provides cool, deep summer shade before igniting into rich russet and crimson tones each autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeystone Wildlife Tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oaks support more native butterflies and moths than any other tree genus on earth. Planting a Southern Red Oak builds a literal ecosystem in your yard, providing the critical caterpillars needed to feed nesting songbirds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerates Poor Soils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally adapted to dry, sandy, rocky, or heavy clay upland sites where other shade trees struggle to survive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Shade:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the quickest-growing native oaks, rapidly developing a broad, rounded canopy to shelter your home and lower summer cooling costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrought-Defying Roots:\u003c\/b\u003e Once its deep taproot is established, it boasts incredible drought tolerance and handles prolonged dry spells with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRich Autumn Display:\u003c\/b\u003e Distinctive, deeply lobed leaves feature a soft, velvety underside, transitioning from a glossy deep green in summer to brilliant shades of russet and red in the fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown non-GMO and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/neonicotinoids-kill-butterflies-thats-why-we-dont-use-them\"\u003eneonicotinoid-free\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure a healthy ecosystem for your local wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tree ships in a one gallon container with a robust, established root system, promoting quick establishment and growth after planting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Southern Red Oak?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSouthern Red Oak is a generational investment for your property and the planet. It is the ultimate \"problem solver\" for expansive lawns with dry, nutrient-poor soil. While it acts as a tough, low-maintenance shield against summer heat and wind, it serves a dual purpose as a bustling wildlife lifeline. Its heavy autumn acorn crops provide critical winter fuel for turkeys, blue jays, deer, and squirrels, while its canopy hosts hundreds of beneficial insect species season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant in full sun to partial shade. Thrives in well-drained, acidic sandy loams or clay loams. Perfect for upland sites, open lawns, and restoration areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering: \u003c\/strong\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to encourage its deep taproot to establish. Once settled, it requires very little supplemental water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely low-maintenance. To protect against Oak Wilt disease, restrict any necessary structural pruning to the dead of winter (late transition to spring should be avoided).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on planting, view our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/how-to-plant-your-native-plants\"\u003eHow to Plant Your Native Plants\u003c\/a\u003e guide and other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/tag\/planting-tips\"\u003eplanting tips\u003c\/a\u003e in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\"\u003eGarden for Wildlife Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce the strength and unmatched wildlife value of the Southern Red Oak to your landscape—a majestic native tree that transforms difficult soil into a thriving, bird-friendly canopy for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden for Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"1-Pack","offer_id":54347325342062,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-STHREDOAK-1GAL-1","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":54347325374830,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-STHREDOAK-1GAL-2","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":54347325407598,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-STHREDOAK-1GAL-4","price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0521\/4047\/4568\/files\/southern-red-oak-tree-5371296.png?v=1784575753","url":"https:\/\/gardenforwildlife.com\/products\/southern-red-oak-tree","provider":"Garden for Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}