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Island Oak

Island Oak

Quercus tomentella

tree☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 9aZone 10b

Island Oak is a drought-tolerant evergreen oak native to the Channel Islands of California, valued for its dense, rounded canopy and ability to thrive in dry, exposed conditions. It produces acorns and provides excellent wildlife habitat while requiring minimal water once established.

Overview

Form
Rounded
Growth Rate
slow
Size
15–30′ tall × 15–30′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 9aZone 10b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9a to Zone 10b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummerFallWinter

Canopy

The tallest trees that form the overstory.

Succession Role

climax

Native to the United States

Native Range

Channel Islands, California

Native to: California

Function & Care

wildlife benefiterosion control

Establishment & Care

Establishment
challenging
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed