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Quercus durata

Also Known As

  • Quercus dumosa revoluta
  • California Scrub Oak
  • Leather Oak

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 8'-16'
  • W: 8'-16'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Quercus durata plant details

Quercus durata is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus durata

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 16 FT - wide, 8 FT - 16 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus durata

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Handsome gray-green, holly-like foliage makes this an attractive large shrub/small tree; from chaparral on serpentine soil. S/D/GDr

Gardening facts about Quercus durata plant

How to Grow Quercus durata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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