Quercus shumardii 'Shumard'
'Shumard'
'Shumard'
Oak
Shumard oak is a medium sized, deciduous tree of the red oak group. Pyramidal in youth but spreads to a broad open crown with age. Typically grows at a moderately fast rate. Fall color appears late, but is often a brownish red. Indigenous to central and southern Missouri in moist locations such as bottomlands and lowlands, including sites along streams and lakes, valleys, floodplains and at the edge of swamps.
- moderately fast growth rate
- shiny leaves
- drought tolerant
- long-lived tree
Acorns are usually not produced until the tree reaches 25 years of age.
Characteristics & Attributes
Height: 40-60 feet
Spread: 30-40 feet
Hardiness Zone:
- 5-9