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Quercus virginiana

Southern Live Oak

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Normans/Applegate

 

Description

40-80 feet tall, spreading to twice the height. Handscome, medium to rapidly growing tree. A good coastal plain tree. Most attractive of all the evergreen oaks. A good lawn tree.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Ranch

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.