Shumard Oak

Oak with varied drop time, can drop for 4-6 months straight Not available for Fall 2026 orders We won't have this tree available for fall orders this year, but it will be back in stock for spring orders, which open around October. Use the "Notify me when available" button above to get an alert the moment it's back in stock! Shumard Oak Shumard oaks are one of the most highly recommended plantings by land managers and biologists when planting oaks for wildlife. They produce heavy crops of large acorns and have lengthy drop times. Individual trees vary in drop time ranging from October through February. This means if you plant a stand of Shumards your providing a food source that will provide attraction and nutrition for nearly half the year! Not many other mast producing trees can say that. Shumards also produce good timber value as well growing fast, tall, and straight. Grows fast and easily, adapts well, thrives in a variety of soils and pH conditions. You must protect your trees with one of our Tree Tubes to be covered under our Survival Guarantee. Please read the full details here Drop time: Oct-Feb varies by individual tree Growing zones: 5-9 Soil type: Acidic well drained, adapts well to most soils pH: 5.0-7.0 Sun: Full sun Pollination: Needs at least 2 trees for pollination Size when shipped: One year old approx. 16-36in Spacing: 20-35ft