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Coast Live Oak

Quercus agrifolia

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Overview

Quercus agrifolia, commonly known as the Coast Live Oak, is an evergreen oak native to California. It thrives in U.S. hardiness zones 9-11. This resilient tree has a widespread crown reaching 20-70 feet in height with an equal or greater spread. Its dark green, holly-like leaves and acorns are vital for wildlife. Drought-tolerant once established, it requires well-drained soil, making it a robust choice for diverse landscapes.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — Quercus agrifolia, commonly known as the Coast Live Oak, is an evergreen oak native to California
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — Quercus agrifolia, commonly known as the Coast Live Oak, is an evergreen oak native to CaliforniaCoast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — This resilient tree has a widespread crown reaching 20-70 feet in height with an equal or greater spreadCoast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — Its dark green, holly-like leaves and acorns are vital for wildlifeCoast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — Drought-tolerant once establishedCoast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — it requires well-drained soilCoast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — making it a robust choice for diverse landscapes+52

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — <br><br>Equipped with thick; creating a lasting legacy in any garden
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — Quercus agrifolia, commonly known as the Coast Live Oak, is an evergreen oak native to California
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — This resilient tree has a widespread crown reaching 20-70 feet in height with an equal or greater spread
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — Its dark green, holly-like leaves and acorns are vital for wildlife
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — Drought-tolerant once established
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — it requires well-drained soil
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — making it a robust choice for diverse landscapes
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — The Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) is an iconic evergreen tree synonymous with the Californian landscape
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — It thrives in USDA zones 9 to 11
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — favoring the coastal regions where it can spread its robust
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — contorted limbs under the mild climate
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — Mature specimens reach monumental sizes
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — typically 20 to 70 feet in height with a canopy spread of 20 to 70 feet
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — though some have been known to surpass these dimensions
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — <br><br>Equipped with thick
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — leathery leaves that are dark green on top and a paler hue underneath
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — the Coast Live Oak's foliage is a year-round display of vitality
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — The leaf surfaces are often spiny-edged, resembling holly leaves, measuring about 1 to 3 inches in length
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — the tree produces inconspicuous yellowish catkins
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — it's important to allow ample space for the Coast Live Oak's extensive root system and broad canopy
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — Given the tree's potential longevity
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — often living for centuries
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — planting a Coast Live Oak is an investment in the landscape's future
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) — creating a lasting legacy in any garden

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