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Quercus pacifica

Also Known As

  • Channel Island Scrub Oak,
  • Island Scrub Oak
  • Pacific Oak

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 10'-20'
  • W: 10'-20'

planting zones

  • 8a-12

Quercus pacifica plant details

Quercus pacifica is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus pacifica

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus pacifica

USDA Zones: 8a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Quercus pacifica plant

How to Grow Quercus pacifica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Size

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Width: 10'

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Width: 25'-35'

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Zones

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Width: 15'-30'

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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