Quercus imbricaria Shingle oak Ht 20-25m

Medium tree / Deciduous / Attractive autumn colours - purple / Attractive to birds / Attractive berries fruits or cone / Timber / Erosion control / Cold hardy (H4) (-10 to -5C)

Central and E USA. Broadly spreading, deciduous. Red tinged new leaves turn green, and purply bronze in autumn. Habitat in upland woodlands with good drainage. Acorns are small and bitter. The wood can be split to make shingles.