Quercus fusiformis

Also Known As

Quercus virginiana var. fusiformis
Escarpment Live Oak
Texas Live Oak

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'
W: 15'

planting zones

6a-11

Quercus fusiformis plant details

Quercus fusiformis is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus fusiformis

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT wide, 30 FT tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus fusiformis

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This western representative of the southeastern, Virginia live oak grows in dry mountainous terrain as far west as Arizona and has proven itself a tough camper in a multitude of conditions, even succeeding where few other oaks do as an urban tree around Phoenix. In our neck of the woods, an upright tree eventually to 30 ft, often remaining columnar for many years, with shiny 3". leaves often with a purple hue. Silvery bark. Prefers decent drainage and bright light and should be frost hardy to about 10 °F or so, USDA zone 6. Very good urban street tree in the same wide range of climates.