Leather Oak
Leather Oak is a handsome little scrub oak from the California coast range that grows amongst manzanitas in a low shrubby form. These are tough little shrubs that can withstand a range of soil conditions so long as they’re well draining and in full sun. Leaves are evergreen and look good throughout the year and the acorns support a range of wildlife.
Latin Name: Quercus durata
Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full sun and well-drained soil.
Hardiness: Hardy to at least 0F
Bearing Age: 2-3 years after planting
Size at Maturity: 3-10 ft. in height
Bloom Time: April
Ripening Time: October
Yield: 50+ lbs.
Pests & Diseases: Oaks are susceptible to Sudden Oak Death, a fungal disease that can kill entire stands of oaks, though we’ve not seen it yet in our area
USDA Zone: 7