Cork oak

Quercus suber 

This tree is available for free through our Sacramento Shade program in partnership with SMUD
Evergreen
Water Wise
Attracts Wildlife
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This lovely evergreen is most known for its spongy bark that is harvested in Mediterranean regions to create cork products. Cork oaks are quite resilient in times of drought and do not need very much water once established. Their rounded canopies and evergreen foliage make them great shade trees, and their beautiful bark texture gives them a distinctly rustic appearance.

Cork oak characteristics
Size:

Large

Height:

50-70 feet

Width:

50-70 feet

Growth Rate:

Moderate to Fast

Water Needs:

Low

Sunset Zones:

7, 8, 9, 14

Fall Color:

None

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