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Shumard Oak Tree

Quercus shumardii
$10990
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Plant Highlights

Shumard Oak Tree highlights at a glance!

Plant Highlights

  • Brand
    Nature Hills' Choice
  • Botanical Name
    Quercus shumardii
  • Growing Zones
    5-9
  • Mature Height
    40 - 60 feet
  • Mature Spread
    30 - 40 feet
  • Sun Exposure
    Full Sun
  • Moisture
    Moderate
  • Soil
    Well Drained
  • Growth Rate
    Fast
  • Flower Color
    Green
  • Fall Color
    Orange & Red
  • Pollinator Friendly
    Yes
  • Pollinator Required
    No
  • Pruning Time
    When Dormant
  • Bloom Period
    Early Spring

Valuable, Fast Growing Shumard Red Oak

If you want to plant an investment tree for your property, Shumard Oak (Quercus shumardii), is one of the best. From valuable timber to wildlife mast food production, the Shumard offers a fast growth rate and amazing fiery red fall color.

What's not to love? This oak is native to the southern coastal regions from Texas to Virginia and inland along the Mississippi River Valley States. This majestic oak grows as a towering statement among the other forest trees.

Perfect as a paired planting with White Oak, this tree was named after a noted and tremendously diverse physician and geologist, Benjamin Franklin Shumard. It was mentioned often in his early surveys of Texas Red Oaks.

As autumn approaches, the Shumard Oak Tree will put on a brilliant fall color show of reds and oranges to finish out the season. Red Oaks are renowned for their fall color and we think the Shumard leads the pack with its colorful fall display.

Order your Shumard Red Oak today and get started improving your landscape.

How to Use Shumard Oak in the Landscape

Fast-growing Shumard Oak Trees can reach mature height quickly, providing you with an outstanding shade tree in a fraction of the time that most Red Oaks would require. The 4-8 inch pointed, deep-lobed leaves are shiny and dark green. Shumard's canopy can be pyramidal to an open, up-right canopy with a rounded crown.

Planting a Shumard Oak Tree gives you an impressive shade tree. The tree has a natural habit and requires little pruning and general maintenance.

The acorns produced are considered prime forage for wildlife. Pair with other Oak trees to ensure a consistent acorn production across the season.

The wood of the Shumard Oak is considered to be of higher quality and color than other varieties of Oaks. The wood is used for flooring, furniture, moldings, paneling and cabinets.

Use as a beautiful accent lawn tree or plant several together in a naturalized grouping. Include other wildlife trees like the Eastern Red Cedar or Native American Plum. Add berry bushes such as Elderberry, Chokeberry, and Silver Buffaloberry.

  • Fast Growing Red Oak Variety
  • Pointed Lobed Leaves
  • Fantastic Fall Color - Dried Leaves Persist Until Early Spring
  • Strong Limbs & Timber Value
  • Shade Tree & Wildlife Tree

#ProPlantTips for Care

The Shumard Oak prefers well-drained, loamy, soils, but is reported to do well in high pH, alkaline, nutrient deficient locations - just so long as the drainage is good. It performs best in full sun when planted in well-drained soil conditions.

Intolerant of shade, the Shumard grows fast to reach the tops of the forest's canopy where it can get plenty of sunlight. This fast growth rate will benefit all who are looking for a fast-growing shade tree that is the perfect lawn specimen. This long-lived tree can live to be well over 200 years old.

It simply loves hot, humid climates with hot summers and short winters. Once established, the Shumard Oak also has shown some drought resistance in areas such as Oklahoma and Texas.

Though drought tolerant, the Shumard can become stressed in extreme drought. Apply a 3-4-inch layer of mulch 3 to 4 feet outside of the canopy to keep roots cool in the hot summer. In extended periods of dry, apply additional summer water.

Care should be taken when transplanting not to upset the roots. Shumard Oak is very sensitive to being moved once planted. Get bare root plants planted as soon as possible after receiving.

It is even reported not to be attractive to deer in many locations. Spray all new plants with repellent in deer country to train them to leave your new plants alone.

  • Full Sun Trees
  • Highly Adaptable - Most Well-Drained
  • Moderate to Low Moisture
  • Prune When Dormant
  • Easy to Grow

Easy to grow, long-lived, and hardy, the Shumard Oak Tree is an excellent choice for your landscape. It will provide you with years of shade, color and bring additional value to your property. Order today with confidence that this tree is a great choice.

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Carolyn
Wonderful Service

Received a beautiful Shumard Oak. They kept well informed about my shipment and I was very impressed with the health and shape of the tree!!

Dear Carolyn,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your Shumard Oak arrived in such great health and that you felt well informed throughout the shipping process. Keeping our customers updated and providing high-quality plants is very important to us, and your kind words truly mean a lot.

If you’re ever interested in additional tips on caring for your oak or want help choosing companion plants to complement your tree, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

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Carolyn
Wonderful Service

Received a beautiful Shumard Oak. They kept well informed about my shipment and I was very impressed with the health and shape of the tree!!

Dear Carolyn,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with the Shumard Oak! We're thrilled to hear that you were impressed with both the health and shape of your tree and that our team kept you well informed throughout the shipping process. It’s always our goal to provide not only beautiful plants but also smooth, worry-free service.

Should you ever need tips on caring for your new Oak or choosing complementary plants for your garden, please don't hesitate to reach out. We have a range of resources on our site tailored to nurturing oaks through the seasons, and we're here to help you every step of the way.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

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Shumard Oak Tree

Tall tree that came in great shape! :-) This time of year it was pretty root-bound in the pot. Had to try to cut through roots. Transferred to a bigger pot until grading is done and I can plant it. Nice size and very healthy.

Dear D M.,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with your Shumard Oak tree! We’re delighted to hear that it arrived in great shape and that the tree is healthy and a nice size. Moving a root-bound tree can definitely be a challenge, but it sounds like you.did a wonderful job carefully loosening those roots before repotting. That step will help promote strong growth once you’re ready to plant it in the ground after grading.

If you’d like, we can recommend gentle root pruning techniques or suggest organic rooting stimulants to aid the transition during this period. Also, keeping the oak in a bright, sheltered spot and maintaining consistent moisture will encourage resilience while it settles in its bigger pot.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any advice along the way—we’re always here to help your beautiful oak thrive.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

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Robert
Great service

I was a bit nervous earlier this spring because nothing appeared to be growing, but the tree is doing great now. I'm very happy with it. I like that was able to get exactly what I wanted and I didn't have to settle with what was at the local nurseries or Lowe's.

Dear Robert,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We completely understand the nervousness that comes with waiting for new plants to establish in spring—nature does sometimes keep us on our toes. We're thrilled to hear your tree is thriving now and that you’re happy with your choice. At Nature Hills, we’re passionate about offering unique, quality selections that help you create a garden that’s truly your own, beyond what typical local options provide.

If you ever have questions about caring for your tree as it continues to grow or need plant recommendations tailored to your space, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here to help you enjoy the best possible results in your garden!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

G
Guest
Great service

I was a bit nervous earlier this spring because nothing appeared to be growing, but the tree is doing great now. I'm very happy with it. I like that was able to get exactly what I wanted and I didn't have to settle with what was at the local nurseries or Lowe's.

Hi,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We completely understand that early spring can feel a bit worrying when plants don’t show signs of growth right away. We’re thrilled to hear that your tree has now taken off and is doing great. It’s wonderful that you found exactly what you wanted through us – it’s always our goal to offer something special that local stores might not provide.

If you have any questions as your tree continues to grow, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We also have resources available on our website for care tips tailored to your specific tree species, which might be helpful to ensure its lasting health and beauty.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

Shumard Oak Tree

Shumard Oak Tree

From $10990

Growing Zones

5-9

Mature Height

40 - 60 feet

Mature Spread

30 - 40 feet

Sun

Full Sun

Foliage Color

N/A

Fall Color

Orange & Red

Flower Color

Green
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