Scientific Name
Quercus emoryi
Common Name
Emory Oak
Photo by M. Ritter, W. Mark and J. Reimer courtesy of SelcTree
Tree Description
Quercus emoryi, Emory oak, is a small to medium-sized, semi-evergreen tree with furrowed black bark and glossy dark green foliage. It has low water needs and a rounded crown.
Tree Size
Medium
Height at Maturity
30ft–60ft
Width at Maturity
30ft–40ft
Growth Rate
Slow
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Semi-Evergreen
Sun Exposure
Sun
Part-Shade
Water Needs
Low Water
Medium Water
Potential Issues
Allergy health hazard.
Average performance rating from pre-trial survey of experts
Good
Field Trial Monitoring Results
Good potential utility as an urban tree based on evaluation of 3 trees, healthy crown, 100% survival, slow growth rate. No signs of pests or diseases found.
Propagation Results
We got poor germination with fresh seed fall sown. Seedlings suffer from poor water quality.
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