Overview:
Categories: Deciduous
Gambel Oak
Medium to tall shrub; low drought tolerance; high wildlife value; to 9,000 ft.
While native to Colorado, not a proven performer in Double El district area, due to low drought tolerance, although it can be used to restore or conserve riparian areas.
Features:
Scientfic Name: Quercus gambeliiNative: Yes
Growth Habit: Moderate
Growth Rate: Slow
Max. Height (ft):
Max Width/Spread (ft): Variable
Life Span: Long
Cold Hardiness: Good
Drought Resistance: Low
Elevation Range: 9000
Soil Conditions:
Wildlife Value: High
Wildlife Notes:
Seasonal Color: Not Conspicuous
Possible Insect Issues: gall wasps
Possible Disease Issues: anthraconse
Miscellany: Native though can be regarded as weedy in some areas
Ordering Information:
Our annual tree program is now closed to orders. It will re-open for orders in Winter of 2024-25.
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Seedling Tree Sales are Closed
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Large Tree Sales are Closed
It will re-open for orders in Winter of 2024-25.
*Trees purchased through our programs cannot be resold, are intended for conservation efforts, and not for ornamental-only landscaping projects. We do not ship orders at this time. Other conditions may apply, dependent upon the program products you choose to purchase. For full details, visit our Tree Program, Shipping, Payment & Returns and Terms & Conditions pages for more information.
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