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Mohr Oak | Quercus mohriana

Scientific Name

Quercus mohriana

Common Name

Mohr Oak

Tree Description

Quercus mohriana, Mohr oak is a small semi-evergreen tree or large shrub. It does well in full sun to part shade and has low water requirements. Mohr oak has dark blue-gray leaves that are shiny and have gray hairs on the underside.

Tree Size
Small
Height at Maturity
10ft–20ft
Width at Maturity
15ft–20ft
Growth Rate
Slow
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Semi-Evergreen
Sun Exposure
Sun
Part-Shade
Water Needs
Low Water
Potential Issues

Allergy health hazard, does not like to be over watered

Propagation Results

We got mediocre germination with fresh seed, fall sown outside. Seedlings are slow growing and not thriving under nursery conditions.

Additional Images
Photo of Quercus mohriana.