Fast-Growing Oak Trees

Oaks are fast growing and sturdy native shade trees. They are long-lived and can grow from 1 to 3 feet per year throughout their lifetime. They grow fastest in the first 10 or 15 years. Fast growing oak trees can easily grow 2 to 3 feet per year when they are young. Oak trees are widely used as street trees because they grow quickly and tolerate pollution. They make ideal shade trees if your yard can afford plenty of growing space. They grow quickly and add more to the surrounding environment than they take away. Read on to learn more about fast growing oak trees.

Types of Fast-Growing Oak Trees 

Northern Red Oak

The Northern Red Oak tree is a substantial, but beautiful tree. This tree is large; it can grow up to 75 feet tall and 45 feet wide. This red oak is a US native tree that provides wonderful environmental value. Its branches house birds and small mammals and its acorns feed an abundant variety of wildlife. The Northern Red Oak is extremely cold hardy. It can grow in USDA growing zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. The red autumn leaves are absolutely stunning.

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Shumard Oak Tree

This oak tree is native to the southeastern United States. It is sometimes called the spotted oak or the swamp red oak. The Shumard Oak can grow up to 80 feet tall, although it averages closer to 40 to 60 feet tall, and 40 feet wide at maturity. This fast growing oak tree is tough. It is incredibly adaptable and can grow in a variety of conditions, but is not as cold hardy as the Northern Red Oak tree.The Shumard Oak puts on a phenomenal fall display with vibrant reds and oranges.

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Willow Oak

Willow Oaks are fast growing oak trees that look different from other oak trees. Willow Oak trees have unique leaves that look similar to willow (salix) tree leaves. This shade tree is great for the ecosystem. It has a long lifespan and feeds and houses wildlife. Willow Oaks grow to 60 feet tall and 40 feet wide. If you have the space, this tree is great for adding shade to your yard. This oak tree has gorgeous gold and orange fall foliage.

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Oak Tree Care

These fast growing oak trees are very adaptable and easy to grow. Plant oak trees in full sun. Once they are established, oaks are maintenance free. They are drought, black walnut, and pollution tolerant. If your soil is nutrient weak, oak trees can be fed in spring with a balanced slow release fertilizer. This fertilizer can also be safely used at the time of planting to give your newly planted tree a boost. 

I hope you enjoyed reading about fast growing oak trees. Happy planting!

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