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California Native Plant

Quercus lobata

Valley Oak, Calif. White Oak, Roble

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Frommer

 

Description

The Valley Oak is a large deciduous tree that grows 60'-80' tall. It develops a rounded canopy that spreads 50'-70' wide with leaves deeply lobed and rounded. The Valley Oak is very heat tolerant and drought tolerant. It is a native to CA and attracts butterflies. -Cornflower Farms

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60', 60-100'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.