Scarlet Oak 1 Live Deciduous Tree, 3 Gallon Pot – Quercus coccinea

Scarlet Oak (Quercus coccinea) is a North American native deciduous tree valued for its glossy, dark green foliage, distinctive oak leaves, and brilliant scarlet-red autumn color. Its attractive seasonal transformation makes it a popular choice for ornamental landscapes, shade tree plantings, and spacious residential properties. During the growing season, the tree produces deeply lobed green leaves that create a lush appearance before developing vivid red tones in fall.

This oak develops a loosely pyramidal growth habit when young, with upright, spreading branches that create an attractive, open branching structure. Its foliage is typically glossy and dark green throughout spring and summer, changing to striking scarlet and red shades as temperatures cool. Scarlet Oak also produces acorns that provide a natural food source for various birds and mammals.

Scarlet Oak performs best in full sun and prefers acidic, well-drained soil. It is generally adapted to moderately dry conditions once established, although young trees benefit from consistent moisture. Its ornamental foliage, branching structure, and wildlife value make it suitable for parks, woodland edges, naturalized landscapes, and larger garden spaces.

Each order includes 1 live Scarlet Oak tree supplied in a 3-gallon nursery pot (G3).

Shipping Height: Not specified.

Shipping Size

• Quantity: 1 Live Scarlet Oak Tree

• Container Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot (G3)

• Shipping Height: Not specified

• Plant Form: Rooted, Container-Grown Live Tree

• Foliage Color: Glossy Dark Green

• Fall Foliage Color: Scarlet Red

• Growth Habit: Loosely Pyramidal With Upright, Spreading Branches

• Leaf Type: Deeply Lobed Oak Leaves

• Fruit: Acorns

• Seasonal Appearance: Deciduous; May Be Leafless During Winter Dormancy

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

• Quantity: 1 Live Scarlet Oak Tree

• Container Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot (G3)

• Shipping Height: Not specified

• Common Name: Scarlet Oak

• Scientific Name: Quercus coccinea

• Plant Type: Native Deciduous Oak Tree

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Growth Habit: Loosely Pyramidal, Upright, Spreading

• Branching Structure: Upright Branches With a Spreading Arrangement

• Foliage Color: Glossy Dark Green

• Fall Color: Brilliant Scarlet Red

• Leaf Characteristics: Deeply Lobed Leaves With Pointed Tips

• Flower Type: Small, Inconspicuous Spring Catkins

• Fruit Type: Acorns

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Generally 4–9

• Sunlight: Full Sun

• Soil Preference: Acidic, Well-Drained Soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate During Establishment

• Drought Tolerance: Moderate Once Established

• Native Range: Eastern and Central United States

• Wildlife Value: Acorns Provide Food for Birds and Mammals

• Landscape Uses: Shade Trees, Parks, Woodland Edges, Naturalized Areas, and Spacious Residential Landscapes

• Ornamental Interest: Glossy Green Leaves and Scarlet Autumn Foliage

• Container Suitable: Suitable for Nursery Production and Temporary Container Growing

• Outdoor Plant: Yes

• Seasonal Dormancy: Deciduous; Leafless During Winter

• Primary Feature: Brilliant Scarlet Fall Color

Live Scarlet Oak tree (Quercus coccinea), natural root system, nursery growing medium, 3-gallon nursery pot (G3).