Shumard Oak
It is also a valuable lumber oak.
The Shumard Oak tree, Quercus shumardii, is one of the largest southern red oak trees.
It grows moderately fast and produces acorns every 2 to 4 years that are a bonus since they can be used by wildlife for food.
In urban areas, this tree has been embraced as a hardy city species.
The outstanding deep crimson-red fall color produced by the Shumard Oak is an excellent reason to plant this species.
A handsome shade tree, suggested as a substitute for Scarlet Oak, though not so hardy northward.
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When planning a vegetable garden, know what varieties will grow in your climate, know the frost dates, plant cool weather plants either early or late, know each vegetable's time to maturity, start successive plantings in a nursery to save garden space.
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