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Southern Live Oak, Live Oak

Quercus Virginiana 'Heritage'

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Overview

The Southern Live Oak, Quercus virginiana 'Heritage', is a majestic, enduring tree, favored for its broad, spreading canopy and evergreen leaves. With a typical height of 40-80 feet and a width of 60-100 feet, it adds grandeur to any landscape. This hardy, drought-resistant species thrives in well-drained soils across USDA Zones 7-10, offering dense shade and a habitat for wildlife, while its deep roots make it less invasive to pavements.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 7–10Climate Arid
Southern Live Oak, Live Oak (Quercus Virginiana 'Heritage') — spreading canopy and evergreen leaves

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Arid

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Southern Live Oak, Live Oak (Quercus Virginiana 'Heritage') — spreading canopy and evergreen leaves

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