Quercus emoryi |
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Emory Oak |
Description
This medium sized tree grows slowly to 50' tall and 40' wide. Leaves are oval, holly like, dark green, stiff, glossy with toothed margins. Emory Oak is usually evergreen. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant, once it's established. Irrigate every 2-3 weeks, once the tree is established. It is adaptable to different soils with good drainage. It grows in moist canyons, valleys and creek bottoms but will not grow on alkaline soils. Acorns are edible for humans and wildlife.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
40-60'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Specimen, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Park
Special Uses
Shade Tree, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.