Quercus douglasii

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Blue Oak

  
California Native Plant
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer:

 

Description

Blue Oak is a deciduous tree that has a slow growth rate and reaches 30'-50' tall. It develops 2" long, lobed blue-green leaves. Blue Oak is very drought tolerant, is native to California and attracts butterflies. Because of its slow growth, it can be used for bonsai. Flowers are insignificant. Acorns were used by California Natives for food.

 

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  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

40-60'

 

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Brown

 

Fruit Season

Intermittent

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.