Tan Oak
Notholithocarpus Densiflorus
Overview
The Tan Oak, Notholithocarpus densiflora, is a versatile evergreen, thriving in USDA zones 7-9. It can reach 20-70 feet in height with a 20-35-foot spread. Its broad leaves resemble those of true oaks but are leathery with a glossy green top. The tree produces acorn-like nuts, critical for wildlife. Tan Oaks prefer well-draining soil with partial to full sun, offering a stately presence and habitat value in large-scale landscapes.
Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 7–11Type Shrub, Tree
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 7–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub, Tree
- Family
- Fagaceae
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- Dinesh Valke from Thane, India, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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