Quercus rubra aka Northern Red Oak

If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Northern Red Oak is a great choice to test your gardening skills.

Northern Red Oak should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Northern Red Oak loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Northern Red Oak requires abundant, bright, and direct light to thrive. The best placement for this plant is within one foot of a window to ensure it receives enough light. If you live in an area with more extreme weather, such as hot summers or cold winters, you may need to adjust the placement of the plant accordingly. During hot summer months, it is important to place the plant away from full sun, as this can cause the leaves to yellow or burn. During cold winter months, it is best to move the plant closer to the window to take advantage of the extra light that can help it survive. By keeping an eye on the current weather in your area, you can make sure your Red Oak is always in the right place to thrive.

During the cold period, it is common for Northern Red Oak to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.

Northern Red Oak is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

The Northern Red Oak is characterized by its slow growth and doesn't need fertilization in addition to its potting soil. By renewing the soil in its pot once a year, it should have enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not from any fertilizers.

New growth will sprout from the top of the Northern Red Oak as it grows vertically.

Northern Red Oak’s native range is Eastern N. America - Nova Scotia to Georgia, west to Oklahoma and Minnesota.