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Northern Red Oak
Quercus rubra
Northern Red Oak
In stock · from $314.99
Large, rounded to broad tree with pointed, glossy dark green leaves that turn orange, brown and red in fall. An excellent shade tree with a deep root system, requiring minimal water when established. Best fall color can be enjoyed in locations with adequate water and slightly acidic soils. Acorns may appear after the tree matures, around 40 years of age.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-19.
Quick answers
How big does Northern Red Oak get?
About 50'+ tall and 40'+ wide at maturity.
How much sun does Northern Red Oak need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Northern Red Oak need?
Moderate water use.
Will Northern Red Oak grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Northern Red Oak in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $314.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Northern Red Oak wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.