Live Oak

Live Oak offers a broad spreading canopy, sculptural limbs and exceptional longevity in warm Southern landscapes. Its massive, broad spreading, long lived habit makes it a useful choice for large shade tree, estate tree, coastal landscape, wildlife garden. Plant it in full sun to part shade. Water needs: Average; drought and salt tolerant once established. It typically reaches 40–80 ft in height and 60–100 ft in width, although growth varies with climate, soil, pruning and care.

Plant details

• Botanical name: Quercus virginiana
• Light: Full sun to part shade
• USDA zones: 8–10
• Mature height: 40–80 ft
• Mature width: 60–100 ft
• Foliage: Evergreen to briefly deciduous
• Water: Average; drought and salt tolerant once established
• Landscape uses: Large shade tree, estate tree, coastal landscape, wildlife garden

Plant size and performance vary with climate, soil, pruning and care.