Quercus douglasii

Blue Oak

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Evergreen oak native to California and Baja California, known for blue-green foliage and high drought tolerance once established.
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Plant Details

Common Name Blue Oak
Family Fagaceae
Genus Quercus
Species Douglasii
Origin USA / Mexico
Blooming Dioecious trees with catkins in spring, rarely flowers indoors.
Leaf Color Blue-green to grey-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or rocky soil with acidic to neutral pH.

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Watering

Deep infrequent watering once established; highly drought tolerant but struggles in waterlogged soil.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and color retention.

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Fertilization

Low nutrient demand, apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring if needed.

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Pruning

Prune dead or damaged wood during late winter dormancy before bud break.

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Oak Gall Wasp Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
21° – 104°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 2800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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