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Quercus sadleriana [Kalmiopsis]

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Quercus sadleriana [Kalmiopsis] plant details

Quercus sadleriana [Kalmiopsis] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring chartreuse, yellow and insignificant flowers flowers emerge Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus sadleriana [Kalmiopsis]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse, yellow and insignificant flowers blooms in spring
Uses: year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus sadleriana [Kalmiopsis]

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the handsomest of the western, evergreen oaks, this native of southwest Oregon to northern California is a shrubby grower, to only 6-10 ft tall x 6 ft wide, with broad, shining leaves, oblong and serrated, dark green above and paler beneath. Best in well-drained soil in understory conditions in light shade or at least afternoon shade at lower elevations. Tolerant of summer drought as well as heavy winter rains. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5.