Quercus virginiana

Live Oak

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A large evergreen oak native to the SE USA, featuring a massive spreading canopy and glossy dark green leaves resistant to salt and wind.
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Plant Details

Common Name Live Oak
Family Fagaceae
Genus Quercus
Species Virginiana
Origin Southeastern United States
Blooming Inconspicuous catkins in spring; primarily grown for foliage and shade.
Leaf Color Dark glossy green to bronze-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained loamy or sandy soil; tolerates clay and saline conditions.

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Watering

Regular watering when young; highly drought tolerant once established. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best growth; tolerates partial shade in young stages.

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins.

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Pruning

Prune dead or damaged branches during dormant season to maintain shape.

Pest Control Aphid Gall Wasp Oak Lace Bug 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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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
19° – 113°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
10% – 95%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 80000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 6000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
12% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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