Quercus garryana
$2.48 – $9.90
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Garry oak
Garry oak, also known as Oregon white oak is a slow to moderate growing, winter deciduous, tree that grows from 20-65 feet tall depending on its range.
It has a broad spreading, rounded crown, rugged, heavy ascending, crooked branches, often shrubby when young. It provides habitat for many species including birds and moss.
It is planted for shade as well as ornament. It does well with very little added water and needs very little care.
Companion plants include Mountain Mahogany, Ocean spray, Snowberry and Currents to name a few.
Lifeform: Tree
Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
Other: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control
Container | D-40-O, D-40, D-40S-o |
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Ecological Value | Garry oak provides important food and cover for a wide variety of birds and mammals |
Historical Uses | It has been used for flooring, interior finish, furniture, cabinet stock, woodenware, baskets, handle stock, agricultural implements, vehicles, and ship construction |
Distribution | Native to western British Columbia, Washington, Oregon and northwestern California. |
Elevation | 0 to 7350 ft |
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Habitat | Mountain slopes |