PatternBaseLive Oak
Quercus virginiana, Fagaceae
Zones
7–10
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Shade ProviderWindbreak
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (optimal)
Water
Low
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
SweetgumLiquidambar styraciflua
Sweetgum produces allelopathic compounds that can inhibit oak seedling growth and competes for soil resources
Southern MagnoliaMagnolia grandifloraSouthern magnolia's allelopathic leaf compounds and extensive root system can inhibit live oak establishment in Southern landscapes
Uses
Functions
Timber
Common Questions
What zones does Live Oak grow in?
Live Oak grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.
What are good companion plants for Live Oak?
Good companions for Live Oak include Seep Muhly.
Design guilds with Live Oak and see companion relationships visually.
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