Tree of the Month: Georgia Oak

The Georgia Oak tree is shrubby deciduous red oak tree that grows up to 50’ tall with shiny green leaves which range from 1-inch to 5-inches long. It is currently endangered because of drought conditions over the years and the popularization of hybridization which reduces the genetic distinctiveness of the individual trees that are crossed.

Characteristics

The leaves on a Georgia Oak tree have five bristle tipped lobes. In the autumn, the leaves turn brown, remaining on the tree throughout the winter, finally falling off the tree in the spring as new leaves bud. The bark is scaly in texture and gray colored.

Applications

The most common application for the Georgia Oak tree is as a landscaping tree, often planted around residences and around common areas in apartment and townhome complexes.