Shingle oaks are durable native shade trees with a look that sets them apart from other oaks. Unlike many oaks with deeply cut or lobed foliage, their leaves are long and unlobed, giving the canopy a more uniform look through the summer. These trees are strong and breakage-resistant, and offer valuable habitat for wildlife. Their rounded canopies cast steady, dependable shade, and their tolerance of clay soils, periodic flooding, and drought makes them a reliable choice for a wide range of Middle Tennessee yards.