Shumard oak typically starts flowering in April.
shumard oak
Quercus shumardii
The Shumard Oak (Quercus shumardii) is a medium-sized deciduous oak tree. It grows in a range of habitats including moisture-rich bottomlands, wet woods, and dry sandy soils found mostly in the eastern United States. The leaves are 7-12 cm long and 5-10 cm wide, reddish-brown in color, with a deeply scalloped or lobed margin, and prominent mid-vein. It bears round, dark, shiny acorns that provide food for wildlife and people alike. The Shumard Oak is an excellent shade tree with a long lifespan, and it is also used as an ornamental species due to its attractive leaves, bark, and form.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Greenish Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,orange
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Shumard oak should be watered regularly, especially during the establishment period (the first 3 years). During this time, water the tree deeply about once a week if there is no rain. After the establishment period, Shumard oak should be watered deeply about every 2 to 3 weeks during hot, dry weather. In general, it's best to water the tree until saturation, allowing the water to slowly soak down into the soil. Once the tree is established, it can withstand longer dry periods, though regular watering is always recommended.
sunlight
Shumard oak (Quercus shumardii) is an majestic shade tree that does best when planted in full sunlight. It can tolerate partial shade, but it may not reach its full potential size and will be less drought tolerant. During the summer months, Shumard oaks should receive approximately 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the cooler months, from fall to early spring, the tree will benefit from several hours of morning sun only. In any conditions, Shumard oaks should be protected from strong, direct winds.
pruning
Shumard oak (Quercus shumardii) should be pruned in the late winter or early spring months when the plant is dormant. Pruning should be done lightly, removing only dead or diseased branches. Heading back branches and thinning the canopy helps promote normal growth and can improve the shape of the tree. It should not be pruned heavily or late in the season, as leaving too much leafless growth for too long will leave the tree stressed and vulnerable to disease.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
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Starts Flowering
