| Common Name: Shumard Oak |
| Family: Fagaceae |
| Zone: 5 - 9 |
| Average Size: 50' H x 40' W |
Identification:
- Simple leaf; 7-9 uniform lobes; broadest at apex with bristle tips
- Upper leaf surface semi-glossy
- Medium brown acorn with dark stripes
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| Notes: One of the most outstanding oaks for landscape use. The Shumard Oak makes an excellent shade tree with fall color in red, orange and yellow. Performs best in well-drained soils. In sites with poorly drained soils, Nuttall Oak (Quercus nuttallii) may be a better choice |
| Campus Location: Wilson Laboratories, west along Tower Road |
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