Oregon White Oak

Quercus garryana

Oregon’s hallmark native oak. Forms wide spreading branches and grows to 100 feet. Light grey bark with thick furrows and ridges. Deeply round lobed leaves, dark shiny green on top and brown-hairy greenish yellow below.

Plant Details

Habitats
Habitat NotesBottomland Forest; Riparian Forest; Oak woodland; Upland Prairie and Oak Savanna
Arboretums
Years Planted at Arboretums2011, 1996, 2010
Mature Height100’
Shade Preference
Soil Tolerance Well-drained soils
Special Uses Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Attracts birds; Attracts hummingbirds; Provides wildlife forage, cover and food; Grown for timber production
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