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Quercus hemisphaerica

Also Known As

  • Laurel Oak

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'-60'
  • W: 30'-40'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Quercus hemisphaerica plant details

Quercus hemisphaerica is a broadleaf semi-evergreen tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus hemisphaerica

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 30 FT - 40 FT - wide, 40 FT - 60 FT - tall
Uses: shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus hemisphaerica

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The Laurel Oak is a fine (60-80') shade tree with lustrous, dark-green, narrow leaves; a southeast United States native found growing from Texas to Delaware it is often used as a street tree in the South due to its fast growth, ability to handle tough sites, and that it holds its leaves later than most deciduous trees; the acorns are small, brown, round, lightly fuzzy, and feature a shallow cap. S/M

Gardening facts about Quercus hemisphaerica plant

How to Grow Quercus hemisphaerica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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