Quercus Rubra Red Oak Seedlings Quantity:500 the thick leaves create a All Trees the thick leaves create a natural screen that is great for blocking views and reducing noise so a sunny spot is best The seedlings have a straight‚ erect growth habit and can reach massive heights․ When young‚ the leaves are considerably smaller and thinner than those of a mature tree․ Quercus rubra seedlings are noted for their deep roots‚ and tolerance of a wide variety of soils and conditions‚ and they are adapted to loamy well drained soils․ These qualities have resulted in their use for a wide range of purposes‚ such as reforestation and urban landscaping․ Quercus rubra seeds have been observed to require cold stratification‚ or cold exposure‚ for optimal germination