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Laurel Oak

Quercus Hemisphaerica

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Overview

The Southern Live Oak (Quercus hemisphaerica) is a majestic, evergreen tree known for its broad canopy and strong, sinuous branches. It reaches up to 60-80 feet tall with a spread of 60-100 feet. Its dense foliage of dark, leathery leaves provides year-round shade. Hardy and enduring, it thrives in USDA zones 7b-10b and tolerates various soil types, making it an iconic choice for grand, resilient landscapes.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 7–11Type TreeClimate Temperate
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — often growing 12 to 24 inches per annum
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — *Quercus virginiana* (sometimes mistakenly referred to as *Quercus hemisphaerica*)Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — though it prefers well-drainedLaurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — it thrives in USDA zones 7b-10b and tolerates various soil types, image 32Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — the Southern Live Oak is a wise choice for coastal areasLaurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — thus promoting local biodiversityLaurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — is a majestic and resilient evergreen tree; thus promoting local biodiversity+48

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Mature height
60–80 Ft.
Mature width
30–60 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — often growing 12 to 24 inches per annum
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — *Quercus virginiana* (sometimes mistakenly referred to as *Quercus hemisphaerica*)
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — though it prefers well-drained
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — it thrives in USDA zones 7b-10b and tolerates various soil types, image 32
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — the Southern Live Oak is a wise choice for coastal areas
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — thus promoting local biodiversity
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — is a majestic and resilient evergreen tree; thus promoting local biodiversity
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — The Southern Live Oak (Quercus hemisphaerica) is a majestic; its dense foliage of dark, leathery leaves provides
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — making it an iconic choice for grand
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — providing extensive shade with its dense foliage.<br><br>Its dark
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — furrowed bark that adds to its impressive visage
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — tree for full
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — The Southern Live Oak (Quercus hemisphaerica) is a majestic
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — attracting a range of birds and mammals
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — Its root system is extensive
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — evergreen tree known for its broad canopy and strong; with a considerable spread of 60 to 100 feet when fully mature
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — Quercus virginiana is adaptable to various soil types
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — *Quercus virginiana* (sometimes mistakenly referred to as *Quercus hemisphaerica*); though it prefers well-drained
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — It reaches up to 60-80 feet tall with a spread of 60-100 feet; quercus virginiana is adaptable to various soil types
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — Its acorns are a valuable wildlife food source
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — is a majestic and resilient evergreen tree
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — It reaches up to 60-80 feet tall with a spread of 60-100 feet
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — Its dense foliage of dark, leathery leaves provides year-round shade; attracting a range of birds and mammals
Laurel Oak (Quercus Hemisphaerica) — with a considerable spread of 60 to 100 feet when fully mature
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