Quercus

Quercus accutissima SAWTOOTH OAK
One of the fastest growing oaks, pyramidal when young later rounding out. This deciduous tree reaches a height of 60' and spreads to a width of 40'. Leaves measure 3-4 inches long and have a serrated edge. Foliage turns bright shades of yellow in the fall. Tree tolerates extreme heat and alkali soils. USDA: 5-9 Sunset: 7-9, 14-21, 29-41

Quercus agrifolia COAST LIVE OAK
A well-known, large, stately tree with broad-reaching limbs. This evergreen tree generally grows almost 50' high with a spread near 70'. Leaves measure 2-3 inches long and have small spines on the edge. This tree is native to drier foothill locations in California and can become drought tolerant once established. USDA: 9-10 Sunset:7-9, 14-24

Quercus canbyi SIERRA RED OAK
This oak is adapted to a wide growing area including limestone soils. A sometimes-deciduous tree that can grow 50' high and spreads 40'. Leaves measure 2-3 inches long and have slight teeth on the edge. Tree needs good drainage in order to perform its best. USDA: 7-9

Quercus engelmannii ENGELMAN OAK, MESA OAK
Engelman Oak is a tough tree native to Southern California . This evergreen generally grows to a height and spread of 40-50'. Leaves are oval in shape, dull blue green in color and measure 2-3 inches long. Flowers are followed by acorns in the fall. Tree can exhibit drought tolerance once established. USDA: 8-9 Sunset: 7-9, 14-24

Quercus ilex HOLLY OAK
This tough tree does well in a variety of situations. Holly Oak is a medium size evergreen tree that can reach 40' high and wide. Leaves measure 1-2 inches long and are narrower than Q. agrifolia. Tree has similar form as Coast Live Oak, but with a denser crown. Tree is resistant to oak root fungus. USDA: 7-10 Sunset: 4-24

Quercus kelloggii CALIFORNIA BLACK OAK
Classic leaves of this oak appear pink in the spring time giving it added value. This deciduous tree grows up to 50-80' high and has an equal spread. Leaves measure 4-10 inches long, are dark glossy green in color and have a slight spine at the tip. Bark takes on character as it matures turning a checkered gray color. USDA: 8 Sunset: 6, 7, 9, 14-21

Quercus laceyi LACEY OAK
Lacey Oak is a tough Texas native that can tolerate poor soils. This is a deciduous tree that reaches 35' high and normally takes on an equal spread. Leaves measure 3-5 inches long and have wavy, lobed margins. The leaves emerge peach colored then turn green at maturity. This tree can exhibit drought tolerance once established. USDA: 7-9 Sunset:

Quercus lobata VALLEY OAK
This large, spreading tree does well in hot inland valleys. The Valley Oak is a deciduous tree that normally reaches 70' high with an equal spread, but grow much higher. Leaves measure 5-7 inches long and are lobed. Tree is native to interior valleys of the Sierra Nevada foothills. This tree is resistant to oak root fungus. USDA: 8-9 Sunset: 4-9, 12-24

Quercus macrocarpa BUR OAK
A tree native to the Midwest that can adapt to a wide range of growing conditions. This is a deciduous tree that reaches upwards of 60-70' high with a spread of 40'. Glossy green leaves measure 8-10 inches long and have 5-7 deep lobes. Interesting acorns cover the tree in fall. USDA: 3-8 Sunset: 1-11, 14-24, 29-45

Quercus muehlenbergi CHINQUAPIN OAK
A long-lived, stately oak suitable for a large landscape. This deciduous tree can reach 40-50' high with an equal spread. Shiny green leaves measure 4-6 inches long and have deep lobes. Edible acorns appear in fall. Tree can exhibit drought tolerance once established. USDA: 3-9 Sunset: 2-12, 14-17

Quercus nigra WATER OAK
The Water Oak is a very popular tree in Texas that does well in moist conditions. This deciduous tree generally reaches a height of 60-70' with a spread of 40'. Leaves measure 2-4 inches long and are variable in shape, from rounded to lobed. Tree is native to the Southwest. USDA: 7-10 Sunset: 26, 28-35

Quercus nuttallii NUTTALL OAK
A large oak with a rounded crown that is suitable for use as a park or school tree. This deciduous tree reaches a height and spread near 50'. Leaves measure 4-9 inches long and have sharply cut lobes. This tree can tolerate soggy, moist soils. USDA: 6-8

Quercus polymorpha MONTERREY OAK, MEXICAN WHITE OAK
A popular oak discovered near Monterrey , Mexico . This sometimes-deciduous tree can reach up to 50' high with an equal spread. Leaves measure 5-7 inches long and have even triangular lobes. When the leaves emerge they are slightly red then later maturing to olive green. Tree is very tough and can exhibit drought tolerance once established. USDA: 7-10

Quercus rubra RED OAK
Leaf shape and fall color make this oak spectacular. This deciduous tree usually reaches 60' high and spreads out near 30'. Dark green leaves measure 5-6 inches long by 4-6 inches wide and turn yellow in the fall. Bark becomes dark and ridges form on the trunk as the tree matures. USDA: 5-8 Sunset: 1-10, 14-24, 31-45

Quercus shumardii SHUMARD RED OAK
A tree native to the Eastern U.S. the Shumard Red Oak can take poorly drained soils. This deciduous tree reaches 60' high with a spread near 50'. Sharply lobed leaves measure 4-6 inches long by 2-3 inches wide and are dark green in color. Leaves are lost in a brilliant display or red color in the fall.
USDA: 5-9 Sunset: 2-10, 12, 14-17, 28-35, 37, 39

Quercus suber CORK OAK
The spongy, white bark of the Cork Oak makes this tree a great feature in any landscape. This evergreen tree can attain heights of 70' high and spreads out to nearly 40'. Leaves measure 3 inches long and are toothed along the edges. Bark is spongy and is the source of "cork" used in wine bottles. USDA: 8-10 Sunset: 5-7, 8-16, 18-24

Quercus texana TEXAS RED OAK
This is a deciduous tree that grows to a height of 75' high with a spread of 60'. Leaves measure 4-8 inches long, are sharply lobed and are lost in the fall with a brilliant display of color. Tree can exhibit drought tolerance once established. USDA: 5-9 Sunset:

Quercus virginiana SOUTHERN LIVE OAK
This fast growing oak tolerates moist conditions making it an excellent choice for lawns or parks. Southern Live Oak is an evergreen to semi-evergreen tree that can reach 60' high with a 100' spread. Leaves are narrow, shiny green in color and measure 3-5 inches long. Bark becomes dark and checkered with age. In addition to being tolerant of moist soils this tree can also exhibit drought tolerance once established. USDA: 7-11 Sunset: 4-31

Quercus virginiana 'Qvtia' HIGHRISE LIVE OAK
The Highrise Live Oak is a great street or park tree because of its strong central leader and relatively narrow growth. This is an evergreen that normally grows to 60' high with a spread of 40'. Leaves are a glossy light green color and measure 2-5 inches long. Because of the strong central leader branches are spaced evenly on the trunk leading to a dense tree. USDA: 8-11 Sunset: 4-31

Quercus wislizenii INTERIOR LIVE OAK
Interior Live Oak is a great tree native to areas of The Western United States. This is an evergreen that reaches 40-70' high with an equal if not greater spread. Glossy green leaves measure 1-4 inches long with slightly spiny edges. This tree does well in large landscapes where it has room to spread out. USDA: 8 Sunset: 7-9, 14-16, 18-21