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Quercus garryana

Oregon White Oak

Plant photo of: Quercus garryana
Information by: W-E Plants for the Willamette Valle        Photographer:

 

Description

The Oregon White Oak is a deciduous tree that reaches 60' tall and wide. It does best in full sun. It has a rounded, large crown with heavy, ascending, crooked branches. Bark is smooth and brown, changing to rough looking with age. Leaves are leathery, small, lobed and dark green. Foliage may turn to brown or dull red or gold. Acorns have sharp point on them. This Oregon native does not like summer watering so don't plant them around sprinklers. Roots are tap roots. Rhododendrons do well under this oak. This tree attracts wildlife. Slow growing.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Width Range

40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Park

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.