Quercus stellata
post oak
Notes:
Fall color variable; dead leaves may persist through winter. Noted for low maintenance. Deer resistance is debated. Needs deep soil.
Sources: UFL, Missouri BG, Cal Poly, NCSU, JerseyYards.org, Odenwald/Turner, USDA.
Tags:
attracts:birds (ex-humming)
attracts:larval host
attracts:mammals
branches strong
coarse texture
compacted soil intolerant
dense canopy
drought tolerant
exposure:full sun
fire risk low
form:tree
full sun preferred
habit:irregular
habit:rounded
infertile soil tolerant
litter:fruit
litter:leaves
long-lived
native:eastern North America
persistence:deciduous
pruning not required
resprouts notably
rich soil preferred
root disturbance intolerant
roots:low damage potential
salt intolerant
sandy soil tolerant
slow-growing
type:broadleaf
use:shade tree
use:specimen
use:street
water:moderate to little
water:regular
well-drained soil required
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