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Quercus wislizenii

Also Known As

Interior Live Oak

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-75'
W: 30'-75'

planting zones

7a-10b

Quercus wislizenii plant details

Quercus wislizenii is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring mustard, orange and yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus wislizenii

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 30 FT - 75 FT - wide, 30 FT - 75 FT - tall
Flowers: mustard, orange and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus wislizenii

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An interesting a variable specimen! Usually taking the shape of a large, upright tree of rounded habit reaching 40-75', but sometimes becoming an 8-10' multi-trunked shrub. Slow growing with glossy, leathery, holly-like leaves and elongated acorns. This California native prefers sun, good drainage and dry summers. S/D-GDr