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Quercus virginiana

Live Oak

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Normans/Applegate

 

Description

Large evergreen tree growing to 40' x 50' at moderate rate. Dark green leaves are leathery and toothed. Flowers are nonshowy and appear in the spring. Accepts lawn conditions. Consider mature size. Accepts full sun. Native to the southeast U.S.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Allergenic

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Street Tree

Special Uses

Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.