Quercus glaucoides

Beautiful small oak native to Texas Hill Country. Spreading canopy with attractive bluish–green foliage. Highly tolerant to heat, drought, alkaline soil, and pests. Makes wonderful shade tree for smaller yards.

Hardiness: Zone 7

Exposure: Full sun

Size: Height — 25 feet tall; width — 20 feet wide

Care: Best adapted to western two–thirds of state; don’t water too frequently

Special Note about Oak Wilt: A highly infectious disease that affects most species of oak is killing trees in central Texas. Information concerning preventing and managing this devastating disease can be found on the Texas Oak Wilt Website developed by the Texas Forest Service.

For further information: Lacey Oak is a Real Texas Lady