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Quercus gambelii

Gambel Oak

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This slow growing tree or shrub, growing 2' per year, reaches 30' tall and 15' wide at maturity. Glossy green, lobed, deciduous leaves turn golden yellow to occasional orange or red in fall. It tolerates dry and alkaline soils; it needs full sun. Irrigate weekly after the tree is established, especially during summer. This tree can form beautiful groves that may cover mountainsides. Flowers are green and inconspicuous. This is a beautiful accent tree with rough gray bark. Moderately allergenic.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Leaf Season

Deciduous

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Allergenic

Design Styles

Ranch, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park

Special Uses

Screen, Mass Planting, Shade Tree, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.