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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days , or until radicle emergence

Germination: sow seed 3/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: fall sowing in mulched beds is preferred to artificial stratification

Native to: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia

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Quercus laurifoliaQuercus laurifolia

Diamond Leaf Oak, Laurel Oak, Swamp Laurel Oak

Recalcitrant seeds need refrigeration. Since shipping times are out of our control, we are not liable for seed condition upon arrival.

In Stock: 1.088 lb (Total:1.088lb)

Quercus laurifolia

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1.09 lb LA

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Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

245

Quantity:

1.09 lb

Collected in:

Louisiana

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837143

Characteristics

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New Zealand

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days , or until radicle emergence

Germination: sow seed 3/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: fall sowing in mulched beds is preferred to artificial stratification

Native to: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia

Native

Introduced

Quercus laurifolia, commonly known as Diamond Leaf Oak, Laurel Oak, or Swamp Laurel Oak, can be a magnificent addition to your landscape. A native of the southeastern United States, this fast-growing tree gracefully combines both beauty and function. Reaching up to 70 feet tall, with a dense, symmetrical canopy extending 35-45 feet wide, it provides ample shade to lawns and parks. Adaptable to a variety of soil types, including poorly drained clay, Laurel Oak thrives in both full sun and partial shade.

Its glossy green leaves, which transition to a subtle yellow in fall, adorn branches that host a plethora of butterflies and caterpillars, making it a magnet for biodiversity. Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 6B through 10A, this semi-evergreen to deciduous tree shines in both wet floodplain and dry sandy soils. While it is moderately drought-tolerant, it's also resilient to pests and diseases, an asset to public landscapes and private gardens alike. For lasting beauty and ecological contribution, Laurel Oak is a robust choice, despite its occasional tendency to hollow with age. Embrace the natural elegance and environmental benefits of Quercus laurifolia in your next planting project.