Quercus agrifolia
Coast Live Oak
Description
The Coast Live Oak is an evergreen, round-headed tree. It can reach 15'-40' high and 20' wide and grows very well from the coastal areas to the interior valleys. It is native to CA, is drought tolerant, and attracts butterflies and birds.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown, Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Shade Tree, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.