Quercus pungens

Also Known As

Sandpaper Oak

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 6'-20'
W: 6'-15'

planting zones

7a-10b

Quercus pungens plant details

Quercus pungens is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus pungens

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus pungens

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The sandpapery feel to its shiny, wavy-edged leaves gives this 6-9' shrub/small tree of the Guadalupe Mountain pinyon-juniper forests its name. S/D/GDr