Canyon Live Oak







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	Botanical Name: Quercus chrysolepis Common Name(s): Canyon Live Oak

Photographer:

Gardensoft

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

Information by James Campbell, El Nativo Growers

Notes:

Dig hole, insert plant slightly higher than soil grade. Disturb root ball very little. No amendments, just native soil. No fertilizers. Backfill the hole .Water lavishly. Mulch top of soil around plant in a 4' diameter circle. - Bert Wilson Las Pilitas


	Culture:

	Sun: Half

	Water: Low

	Growth Rate: Slow

	Hydrozones: #1

	Soil Type: Sandy

	Soil Condition:

	Soil pH: Neutral

	Adverse Factors: N/A



	Design:

	Design Styles: Ranch

	Accenting Features: Specimen

	Seasonal Interest: N/A

	Location Uses: Background

	Special Uses: Full

	Attracts Wildlife: Birds



	Anatomy:

	Flower Color: N/A

	Flower Season: Spring

	Leaf Color: Green

	Bark Color: Brown

	Fruit Color: Brown

	Fruit Season: Fall

	Fruit Type: Nutnutlet



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