Quercus lobata - Valley Oak or Roble (Plant) Tree To capture this year’s theme

To capture this year’s theme

environmentally friendly garden

Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Southern Central West

alpine slopes

Quercus lobata - Valley Oak or Roble (Plant) Tree To capture this year’s themeSaid to be America's largest oak. Beautiful lobed leaves emerge bright green in spring. Tolerates more water than other native oaks. It is a larval food plant for the Mournful Duskywing butterfly. Plant Characteristics Family Name Fagaceae Species Name Quercus lobata Common Name Valley Oak or Roble Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Coast Part Sun, Inland Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color None Flowering Months