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Quercus arizonica

Arizona White Oak

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: AZ Sonora Desert Museum

 

Description

This evergreen tree slowly grows to 60' tall and 30' wide. Tiny green inconspicuous flowers bloom in spring, followed by acorns. This beautiful tree has spreading branches with yellow green and blue green, stiff, heart-shaped, leathery leaves. This tree produces pollen that is moderately allergenic for some people. Irrigate this tree weekly after it's established, esp during summer. Do not eat the acorns.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

60-100'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Yellow Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Fall

Leaf Season

Evergreen

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Allergenic, Poisonous

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Park

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.