California Black Oak Seedling (Quercus kelloggii) Bare-Root 6–10" Tall

About This Plant

California Black Oak, or Kellogg Oak (Quercus kelloggii), is a large deciduous native oak known for bright green, six-lobed leaves and dark, textured bark. It is a long-lived shade tree that supports wildlife and adapts to a wide range of soils. This is a live bare-root seedling, approximately 6–10 inches tall.

What You Will Receive

✔️ 1 live California Black Oak seedling ✔️ Height: approximately 6–10 inches ✔️ Ships bare root, without a pot ✔️ Healthy young oak plant ✔️ Native shade and wildlife-supporting tree ✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

Common Name: California Black Oak
Botanical Name: Quercus kelloggii
Other Names: Kellogg Oak, Maple-leafed Oak
Plant Type: Deciduous nut and shade tree
Growth Stage: Seedling / sapling
Foliage: Bright green, distinctly six-lobed leaves
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Tolerates most soil types; prefers well-drained soil
Watering: Regular during establishment; drought tolerant once established
Growth Rate: Slow
Mature Height: Approximately 30–80 feet
Plant Spacing: Approximately 20–40 feet
USDA Zones: 5–10
Pollination: Self-fertile
Bearing Age: Approximately 20–30 years
Bloom Time: April–May
Acorn Harvest: September–October
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Best For: Shade, native landscapes, wildlife gardens, large properties, and restoration plantings

Care Tip

Plant the bare-root seedling as soon as possible after arrival and keep the roots moist until planting. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and water consistently during the first few years while the root system establishes. Once established, California Black Oak is drought tolerant; avoid excessive summer watering after establishment.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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