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Quercus virginiana
Live Oak
Information by: Kathleen Moore Photographer: Normans/Applegate
Description
Large evergreen tree growing to 40' x 50' at moderate rate. Dark green leaves are leathery and toothed. Flowers are nonshowy and appear in the spring. Accepts lawn conditions. Consider mature size. Accepts full sun. Native to the southeast U.S.
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Clay
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
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.