Quercus suber

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Quercus suber

Cork Oak

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: Steve Jacobs/Seatree

Description

The Cork Oak is an evergreen with moderate growth to a height of 70'-100' and as wide. Both the trunk and main scaffold branches are covered with cork (the cork of commerce). Its leaves are 3" long, and dark green in color.

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

Background, Park, Parking Lot, Street Tree

Special Uses

Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).