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Monterey Oak Trees in Texas
Monterey Oak Trees in Texas. The Monterey oak tree, botanically known as Quercus polymorpha, is a tree that originates in West Texas. Other names for the Monterey oak tree include Netleaf, white oak and Mexican white oak. The tree is a member of the beech (fagaceae) family. An evergreen, the plant is hardy and often is used as a yard tree.
The Monterey oak tree, botanically known as Quercus polymorpha, is a tree that originates in West Texas. Other names for the Monterey oak tree include Netleaf, white oak and Mexican white oak. The tree is a member of the beech (fagaceae) family. An evergreen, the plant is hardy and often is used as a yard tree.
Description
The Monterey oak tree generally grows to heights of about 80 feet, with widths of approximately 60 feet at maturity. When the tree is young, it has an upright growth pattern and a pyramidal form. With age, the tree becomes more rounded in appearance. The tree features scaly bark that is brown to deep gray in color. The twigs are reddish-brown, and the deciduous foliage can be anything from rose red to pale pink.
Cultivation
The Monterey oak tree is hardy within the U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 7 through 10. The rapid growing tree requires moderate watering and thrives when grown under partial or full sun. The Monterey oak tree is oak wilt-resistant and relatively tolerant of drought and heat. The trees grow well in well-drained soils that are mildly alkaline, alkaline, neutral or slightly acidic. The trees can be propagated easily via seed.
Uses
The Monterey oak tree often is seen as a yard tree throughout Texas. The Monterey oak tree features medium dense leaves that function as an efficient barrier against sound and wind. For most of the year, the deep green leaves stay on the tree, obstructing breezes, views and loud sounds.
