Quercus engelmannii Evergreen oak (Fagaceae) Evergreen tree

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Quercus engelmannii
Evergreen oak
Evergreen tree
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The Quercus engelmannii plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - California. It is a member of the Fagaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Evergreen oak.

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Latin Name:  Quercus engelmannii
Common Name:  Evergreen oak
Family:  Fagaceae
Author:  Greene.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  10   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Low hills and dry rolling mesas in well-drained soils, usually below 1350 metres[229].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder areas of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Prefers a good deep fertile loam which can be on the stiff side[1, 11]. Young plants tolerate reasonable levels of side shade[200]. Tolerates moderate exposure, surviving well but being somewhat stunted[200]. Prefers warmer summers than are usually experienced in Britain, trees often grow poorly in this country and fail to properly ripen their wood resulting in frost damage overwinter[200]. Intolerant of root disturbance, trees should be planted in their permanent positions whilst young[11]. Hybridizes freely with other members of the genus[200]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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