California Black Oak Tree – Quercus kelloggii Live Bare Root Seedling | 6–10 Inches Tall | Native Shade Tree | Acorn Producing Oak | Drought Tolerant | Zones 5–10

Bring the beauty and ecological value of a native California Black Oak (Quercus kelloggii) to your landscape with this live bare-root seedling, approximately 6–10 inches tall. Also known as Kellogg Oak, this large deciduous oak is native to the western United States and is valued for its attractive bright green, distinctly lobed leaves and dark, textured bark.

California Black Oak is a long-lived, strong, and sturdy shade tree that provides food and shelter for a wide variety of wildlife. It naturally grows in mixed evergreen forests, oak savannas, and coniferous forests and can adapt to a wide range of soil conditions. Although slow growing, it becomes an impressive mature landscape tree with proper establishment and care.

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 becomes established. Once established, California Black Oak is highly self-sufficient and drought tolerant. Avoid excessive summer watering after establishment, as the tree naturally benefits from drier summer conditions.