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Quercus chrysolepis

Maul or Goldencup Oak, Canyon Live

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Information by: James Campbell, El Nativo Growers        Photographer:

 

Description

The canyon live oak is an evergreen tree that grows 30-40 ft. tall. This tree is adaptable to many soil types and is found in moist canyons. It has a moderate growth rate and is native to California. The canyon live oak is drought tolerant and attracts butterflies. - Cornflower Farms

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.