ESCARPMENT OAK

Quercus fusiformis

Escarpment Oak is a large spreading tree that is nearly identical in appearance to Southern Live Oak (Quercus virginiana), but is considered much hardier. Although Escarpment Oak is considered one of the most drought-efficient oak trees, it is not appropriate for all locations in the Southwest; it is susceptible to live oak wilt and live oak decline under extremely stressful drought conditions.

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GARDENING BASICS

Type: Trees

Hardiness: -10˚F

Water: Low/Medium

Sun Exposure:

GROWTH

Growth Rate: Moderate/Fast

Average Size: 30’ H × 30’ W

Coverage: 530 square feet

FOLIAGE

Foliage Type: Evergreen

Foliage Color: Dark green

FLOWERS & FRUITS

Flower Color: Yellow

Flower Season:

Fruit: Acorns 1” long

MORE COMMENTS

Thorns: No

Allergies: Moderately allergenic

Although this tree is characterized as having low/medium water requirements, it may require much more water in extreme desert conditions. This tree is more likely to thrive if planted in areas of higher elevations and higher precipitation rates, or in areas of turf.