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Interior Live Oak

Quercus Wislizenii

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Overview

Quercus wislizenii, commonly known as Interior Live Oak, is a robust evergreen native to California. It thrives in hardiness zones 7-9, prefers full sun, and is drought-tolerant once established. This oak typically reaches 40-70 feet in height with a 20-50 feet spread. Its dense canopy offers year-round shade, and it adapts well to different soil types. Acorns attract wildlife, adding ecological value to landscapes.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 8–10Type TreeClimate Arid, Mediterranean, Temperate
Interior Live Oak (Quercus Wislizenii) — rounded-to-broad canopy offers exquisite shade and is constituted by leaves that are leathery and holly-like

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean, Temperate

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Quercus Wislizenii
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Quercus Wislizenii
Quercus Wislizenii
Quercus Wislizenii
Quercus Wislizenii
Quercus Wislizenii
Quercus Wislizenii
Quercus Wislizenii
Quercus Wislizenii

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