IHE RED ()AK {iluercus rubra) 



This tree is lusty and beautiful throughout. The pointed buds promise what summer fulfils. The tiroad leaves have 

 riangular lobes and sinuses. The lobes point forward more than outward. They are often 9 inches long and six inches broad, 

 rhe second leaf shows the paler lining. The large acorns sit in saucers, much shallower than in other oaks. The furrowe(< 

 lark has a reddish-brown colour 



