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Live Oak, Southern Live Oak

​Quercus virginiana

• Common Name: Live Oak, Southern Live Oak
  
• Scientific Name: Quercus virginiana
  
• ​Family Name:  Fagaceae
  
• Origin:  Native to SE United States
  
• Height:  40’ - 80’
  
• Width:  60’ – 100’
  
• Growth:  Medium
  
• Zone:  7 - 10
  
• Light Needs:  Sun, part shade
  
• Salt Tolerance:  Good.
  
• Soil/PH/Texture:  Sandy, acidic, clay, loom
  
• Soil Moisture:  Moist, well drained
  
• Drought Tolerance:  Good
  
• Pests/Diseases: No serious pest or disease problems.
  
• Growing Conditions:  Make sure you have sufficient space to accommodate the tree at its mature size.
  
• Characteristics: Varies from shrub size to large, spreading trees. 
  
• Propagation: Cuttings, seeds (acorns)
  
• Wildlife: Birds as well as squirrels use the tree for cover and acorns for food. 
  
• Facts: This mighty tree’s crown is symmetrical, rounded, and dense. The leaves grow in thickly and hang on the tree until spring, when they yellow and fall.
  
• Designer Considerations: Shade tree.
  

Live Oak, Southern Live Oak

Location

Pavilion, Walkways & Garden Areas