Coast Laurel Oak, Darlington Oak, Laurel Oak, Sand Laurel Oak, Upland Laurel Oak
Adding a great presence to the landscape, Quercus hemisphaerica (Darlington Oak) is a medium to large, evergreen or tardily deciduous tree of pyramidal habit in youth, becoming more rounded with age. The leaves, up to 4 in. long (10 cm), are shiny, leathery, with smooth margins or edges. Dark green above, bright green underneath, they fall in spring when the new leaves emerge. The bark is gray and mostly smooth when young, becoming dark brown with deep furrows producing flat ridges with maturity. The acorns are small with a grayish cup that covers about 1/3 of the dark brown nut. They are biennial and are a valuable source of food for many species of mammals and birds. A fast grower, it is appreciated for its ability to grow in a variety of conditions including dry and poorly drained soils. Popular in the South and mid-Atlantic, it makes an excellent shade or lawn tree for large areas or for use in naturalized areas. Relatively short-lived (75–125 years), it is excellent for wildlife.
The oak genus includes many beloved trees, such as Live Oak, White Oak, Red Oak, Blue Oak, Bur Oak, and Pin Oak.
| Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Trees |
| Plant Family | Fagaceae |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Common names | Laurel Oak, Oak |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
| Height | 40' - 60' (12.2m - 18.3m) |
| Spread | 30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Semi-Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Native Plants | United States, Southeast, Southwest, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt, Dry Soil, Clay Soil |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
| Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Trees |
| Plant Family | Fagaceae |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Common names | Laurel Oak, Oak |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
| Height | 40' - 60' (12.2m - 18.3m) |
| Spread | 30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Semi-Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Native Plants | United States, Southeast, Southwest, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt, Dry Soil, Clay Soil |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
How many Quercus hemisphaerica (Darlington Oak) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Quercus hemisphaerica (Darlington Oak) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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