Common Name: southern red oak
Scientific Name: Quercus falcata
Category: Historic tree
Comments: Our tree could fit in many of the above categories. You just have to come an see for yourselves! The tree is located behind Stafford Elementary School in historical Stafford Virginia and it is magnificent. We just went through a huge renovation and remodeling of Stafford Elementary and we saved the tree! When I tell you this tree has seen history it sure has! Further comments from Arborist Brian Barbre: The Quercus falcata, (Southern Red Oak, Spanish Oak) specimen located at the Stafford Elementary School should be registered as a Specimen Tree for this species due to its notable size and structure. It is a twin stem Oak that surpasses the average height of 70?-80? and supports an impressive average crown spread of 101?. It would be the sixth largest Quercus falcata on the Virginia Tech Big tree register. The measurements are as follows: Circumference: 234 inches Height: 87 feet Average Crown Spread: 101 feet This give a total score of 346.25. It is in a prime location for continue
Best time to photograph: anytime
Nominator: Mary Ellen McCabe
This tree is not on public or publicly accessible property. The owner's name, address, and the exact location of the tree are not displayed to protect the privacy of these individuals. If you are the owner and wish to make this information public, please let us know.
County/City: Stafford