A broad, rounded tree with an open branching habit and shiny green leaves. Native to the eastern United States. It tolerates dry to droughty soils, with neutral to alkaline pH. It will grow better in moist fertile soils in the landscape. The fall color is yellow to orange-brown....
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Quercus macrocarpa
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A broad, rounded tree with lustrous, dark green foliage. Favors limestone soils but is adaptable to a wide range of soils. It is tolerant of urban conditions. The fall color is yellow to yellow-brown. A very majestic tree native to central and eastern North America....
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Quercus garryana
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A very slow growing tree with a wide, rounded crown. The form is irregular when young, eventually forming majestic specimens. It has leathery, glossy, dark green leaves. It grows best in full sun and is tolerant of hot, dry conditions. It is commonly found on dry soils, and in areas with poorly drained soils...
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Quercus coccinea
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An open, broadly oval tree with glossy, dark green leaves. The foliage turns a brilliant red in the late fall. The bark is dark gray to brown and irregularly fissured. It prefers average to dry soils, and full sun. The acorns provide food for wildlife. Useful in parks and similar large open spaces....
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