Shumard’s oak is native to southern Illinois, but is hardy in the northern part of the state as well. This species can be utilized as a street tree, but may be difficult to find in nurseries.
- Family (English) Beech
- Family (botanic) Fagaceae
- Planting site City parkway, Residential and parks, Wide median
- Tree or plant type Tree
- Foliage Deciduous (seasonally loses leaves)
- Native locale Illinois, North America
- Size range Large tree (more than 40 feet)
- Mature height 40-60 feet
- Mature width 40-60 feet
- Light exposure Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily), Partial sun / shade (4-6 hrs light daily)
- Hardiness zones Zone 5 (Northern Illinois), Zone 6 (City of Chicago), Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
- Soil preference Moist, well-drained soil
- Tolerances Alkaline soil, Dry sites, Occasional drought, Road salt, Wet sites
- Season of interest mid fall, late fall
- Flower color and fragrance Inconspicuous
- Shape or form Pyramidal, Round
- Growth rate Moderate
- Transplants well Yes
- Planting considerations May be difficult to find in nurseries, Messy fruit/plant parts
- Wildlife Game birds, Game mammals, Migrant birds, Small mammals
- Has cultivars Yes
