Quercus buckleyi
Texas Red Oak, Spanish Oak
Description
Similar in appearance to chinquapin oak, this has more deeply lobed leaves that turn red in late fall. Native in hill country w of San Antonio, Will form tree 30' tall & wide. This cold hardy tree seems happier at higher elevations as specimens in Phoenix have suffered leaf burn. Native on alkaline limestone and neutral to slightly acid gravels. Smaller and more drought tolerant than shumardi. Bark dark gray to black with platelike scales sometimes light gray and smooth
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
60-100'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green, Yellow Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace damaged nozzles or heads with those identical to other heads on the same valve.
Mixing different types of heads on the same valve will create overly dry areas or overly wet areas.