Quercus agrifolia |
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Coast Live Oak |
The Coast Live Oak is an evergreen, round-headed tree. It can reach 20'-70' high and 20' wide or more 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. Foliage is dark green and shaped like hollies. It is stress deciduous (leaves fall if stressed by lack of water). It prefers full sun and no fertilizer.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40', 40-60', 60-100'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown, Grey
Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.