California Black Oak | Quercus kelloggii

The image shows close-up green leaves with a lobed structure, likely from an oak tree, alongside a nursery logo.
The image shows young oak saplings growing in pots at a nursery, with green leaves and a well-maintained garden setting.
The image shows close-up green leaves with a lobed structure, likely from an oak tree, alongside a nursery logo.
The image shows young oak saplings growing in pots at a nursery, with green leaves and a well-maintained garden setting.

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