Quercus berberidifolia
- A one-of-a-kind specimen hand-selected from the nursery for its unique bonsai qualities — the tree pictured here is the tree you'll get!
- Bonsai your own California Scrub Oak, an evergreen oak of small stature from the hills of California
- Seed-grown in a one-gallon container / roots have not been pruned
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Moisture Low |
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Cold Hardiness 20°F |
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Light Full Sun / Partial Shade |
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Size 3 – 20' tall / 2 – 15' spread |
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Lifespan 300 yrs |
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Growth Rate Slow Growing |
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Drought Tolerance High |
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Wind Resistance High |
About California Scrub Oak
Quercus berberidifolia, the California Scrub Oak, is a small evergreen or semi-evergreen shrubby oak in the white oak section Quercus sect. Quercus. It is native to the scrubby hills of California, and is a common member of chaparral ecosystems. (The word "chaparral" is derived from the Spanish word for Scrub Oak, "chaparro," broadly meaning "short in stature.")
Quercus berberidifolia typically grows from 3 to 7 feet tall, rarely to 20 feet, and has sharply toothed, dull green leaves which are leathery on their top surfaces and somewhat hairy underneath. The solitary or paired brown acorns are pointed or egg-shaped with thin caps when mature. In cooler, more exposed areas, California Scrub Oak is usually a small, compact shrub, but in warm or sheltered areas the plant can spread out and grow several meters high.
About Jonsteen's Bonsai Specials
Every so often, our bonsai master-in-residence, Will, hand-selects trees from the nursery that catch his eye for their unique bonsai qualities. These are truly one-of-a-kind specimens — the tree pictured here is the tree you'll get!
About Jonsteen's Seedlings
All of our trees are seed-grown at our nursery on California's Redwood Coast, which is inspected monthly and licensed by the California Department of Agriculture. Trees can provide a natural barrier against high winds, temperatures, noise pollution and soil erosion, all while benefiting local air quality, wildlife and property values — a Jonsteen seedling will only grow in value and beauty!