Scarlet Oak is a medium to large tree of dry, sandy, and rocky upland forests in the eastern United States, producing some of the most brilliant crimson fall color of any native tree. Its deeply cut leaves give it an open, airy texture in the canopy. Acorns take two years to mature and are an important food for blue jays, wild turkeys, and deer.
Best time to see a Scarlet Oak
The best time to see a Scarlet Oak is June–November, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 2,704 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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