Quercus geminata –
Sand Live Oak
Description: “Dwarf” Live Oak also called Coastal
or Marine Oak deeply cupped revolute leaves and
paired fruit are distinguishing characteristics
Shape: Crowns rounded often irregular composed
of spreading branches
Size: 20’ - 30’ x 20’ - 30’ coastal, 40’ - 50’ x 40’ - 50’ inland
Growth Rate: Slow
Exposure: Very salt and drought tolerant
Hardiness Zone: 7 - 10

Quercus lyrata –
Overcup Oak
Description: Dark green leathery lobed leaves with
fuzzy white undersides
Shape: Symmetrical canopy with a regular outline
Size: 40’ - 50’ x 30’ - 40’
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Exposure: Part shade to full sun
Hardiness Zone: 6 - 9
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Quercus nuttallii –
Nuttall Oak
Description: Deciduous tree with dull dark green
lobed leaves and small reddish-brown acorns
Shape: Irregular outline, round crown
Size: 60’ - 80’ x 35’ - 50’
Growth Rate: Moderate
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness Zone: 6 - 8
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Quercus virginiana –
Cathedral Live Oak
Description: Balanced branching with a strong
central leader maturing to a dense full crown.
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Shape: Symmetrical canopy
Size: 60’ x 60’
Growth Rate: Moderate
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness Zone: 7 - 9

Quercus virginiana –
Live Oak
Description: Large spreading tree that provides
deep shade
Shape: Symmetrical canopy
Size: 60’ x 60’ - 120’
Growth Rate: Moderate
Exposure: Part shade to full sun
Hardiness Zone: 7 - 10
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