Discover the Shumard Oak, a top recommendation for wildlife plantings, celebrated for heavy acorn crops with lengthy drop times from October to February, providing attraction and nutrition for almost half the year. Boasting a fast growth rate of about 2 feet per year, this deciduous tree matures into a broad, open-crowned beauty, reaching 40-60 feet tall and 30-40 feet wide. Thriving in zones 5 to 9, it's a favorite for whitetail deer hunters and arborists alike. Beyond its impressive shade, the Shumard Oak is an environmental hero, offering food and shelter for wildlife, air purification and ease of growth in any soil type. Adaptable to full Sun, it flaunts shiny green leaves in spring, acorns in late Summer and brilliant red-orange foliage in fall. Low maintenance and symbolizing strength, the Shumard Oak, with its resilience and versatility, is the perfect addition to your home, requiring minimal care and offering enduring beauty.