Quercus kelloggii is
most often found as a medium sized tree, taller than wide, but with time
and good conditions the California Black Oak can grow 80-100 feet tall. The California Black
Oak grows through the foothills of much of California up to an elevation
of 7000 feet at the southern limits of its range. The foliage
of Quercus kelloggii is quite colorful, starting out fuzzy and pink, then
apple green and finally turning brilliant yellows and reds in the Fall. Young trees are
often found as an understory to the pines in the Sierras. The
California Black Oak grows at the lower elevations where there is
snow. In the garden Quercus kelloggii requires decent
drainage. The acorns of the California Black Oak have the best
flavor when properly prepared.
High resolution images
of Quercus kelloggii are available
