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Water moderately during establishment and dry periods. Once established, it is quite drought-tolerant.
Also known as Gambel Oak · Gambel's Oak
Gambel Oak (Quercus gambelii) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the southwestern United States, forming dense thickets.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
80% intensity
Water moderately during establishment and dry periods. Once established, it is quite drought-tolerant.
40% intensity
Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, loamy or sandy soils. Adaptable to alkaline conditions.
50% intensity
Thrives in a wide temperature range, with an ideal growing range of 15-25 °C.
60% intensity
Outdoor
50% intensity
Generally does not require fertilization. If desired, a balanced slow-release fertilizer can be applied in early spring.
10% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during establishment and dry periods. Once established, it is quite drought-tolerant.
Prune to shape, remove dead or damaged branches, or to improve structure. Best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Best propagated from acorns sown in the fall or stratified indoors. Cuttings are difficult to root.
Not typically grown in pots. If necessary, repot young plants in spring, using a well-draining soil mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fagales |
| Family | Fagaceae |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Species | Quercus gambelii |
Similar in genus Quercus
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