🌰 Sargent #5 Hybrid Oak (Quercus spp. hybrid)
Zones: 3–8 | Height: 50-70 ft | Spread:** 30–40 ft | Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full sun | Soil: Well-drained, sandy to loamy
Acorn Drop Time: October
🏞️ Product Description:
The Sargent #5 Hybrid Oak is a heavy-duty acorn producer that delivers massive wildlife value in the form of dense crops of small, palatable acorns. This fast-growing hybrid oak is one of the top performers in terms of yield, and its later drop time makes it ideal for bridging the gap between early and late fall food availability.
Whether you're managing a hunting property or building out your oak diversity, Sargent #5 delivers consistency, volume, and cold-hardy performance.
🦌 Heavy Drops. Reliable Attraction.
Compared to Sargent #7, the acorns are slightly smaller but more abundant, and they tend to drop later, extending your property's wildlife draw deeper into the season. The small nut size is especially ideal for turkeys, whitetails, and small game, with low to moderate tannin content making them highly attractive.
🌳 Why Grow Sargent #5 Hybrid Oak?
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One of the heaviest acorn producers in our hybrid lineup
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Later drop time helps feed wildlife into the mid to late season
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Smaller, palatable acorns ideal for deer, turkeys, and upland game
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Fast-growing and early to begin producing compared to native oaks
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Hardy, adaptable, and suited for food plots, edges, and timber blends
🛠️ Planting Tips:
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Plant in full sun for best acorn production and fast growth
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Space 25–35 ft apart when planting in rows or habitat groupings
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Use tree tubes to protect against browse and promote vertical growth
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Water during dry spells the first season to establish a strong root system
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Pair with other Sargent varieties or white oak hybrids for a layered drop strategy
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🌿 Summary:
If you're after volume, reliability, and seasonal coverage, the Sargent #5 Hybrid Oak is a top choice. With its heavy acorn production and later drop window, it’s built to keep wildlife coming back through the heart of fall.
Big yields. Season-long draw. Built for serious habitat.
