Plant Care Quercus Rubra

Quercus Rubra

Also known as

Northern Red Oak, Northern Red Oak, Red oak and Champion oak

Taxonomy

Quercus rubra
Quercus
Fagaceae
Fagales

How to care for Quercus Rubra

💦 Water

How often to water your Quercus Rubra

Water needs for Quercus Rubra
0.5 cups
every 9

Quercus Rubra needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Quercus Rubra

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Northern Red Oak in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Quercus Rubra: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Quercus Rubra love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Quercus Rubra does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Quercus Rubra in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Quercus Rubra

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Quercus Rubra: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Quercus Rubra after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Quercus Rubra is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Northern Red Oak →

Benefits of Growing Northern Red Oak →

Common Northern Red Oak Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Northern Red Oak →


💦 Water Needs

Quercus Rubra prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Northern Red Oak Water Frequency →

Northern Red Oak Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Quercus Rubra requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Northern Red Oak Light Requirements →

Northern Red Oak Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Quercus Rubra is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Quercus Rubra is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


🪴 Soil

Quercus Rubra does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Northern Red Oak →

Best Pots for Northern Red Oak →

When and How to Successfully Repot Northern Red Oak →

What Are Healthy Northern Red Oak Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Quercus Rubra grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Northern Red Oak →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Quercus Rubra grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Northern Red Oak Lifecycle →

Northern Red Oak Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Northern Red Oak →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Quercus Rubra can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Northern Red Oak →


🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Quercus Rubra, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Quercus Rubra

Quercus Rubra

Quercus Rubra


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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