California Black Oak | Quercus kelloggii - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

California Black Oak | Quercus kelloggii

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Description

At full maturity, this oak is 30-50 feet tall. The California black oak’s bark forms squarish puzzle pieces and its characteristic lobed oak leaves range from pinkish red to olive green to yellow-orange over the course of the growing season.

Plant Details

Habitats	Oak Woodland, Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland
Habitat Notes	Often occurs on slopes and valleys. Will hybridize with
Phenology	Leaves out May-June, acorns in the fall.
Mature Height	30-50 ft
Shade Preference	Full sun, part shade
Soil Tolerance	Moist to dry soil
Special Uses	Drought resistant, requires summer water in dry locations, supports wildlife

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