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Quercus lobata

Valley Oak, Calif. White Oak, Roble

Plant photo of: Quercus lobata
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Frommer

 

Description

The Valley Oak is a large deciduous tree that grows 60'-80' tall. It develops a rounded canopy that spreads 50'-70' wide with leaves deeply lobed and rounded. The Valley Oak is very heat tolerant and drought tolerant once its root system is developed. It is a native to CA and attracts squirrels and birds who love the acorns.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.