California Live Oak
California Live Oak
California Live Oak
California Live Oak
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Description
Description
The California Live Oak is a towering giant, reaching up to 80 feet tall and 100 feet wide, with a rugged trunk and sprawling branches. Its glossy, evergreen leaves and acorns provide year-round beauty and sustenance to local wildlife. Native to California and drought-tolerant, the Live Oak provides shade and aesthetic value to any landscape. Its a true survivor, too, with some specimens having lived for longer than 1,000 years!
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Water deeply once a week until established, then water as needed during dry spells. Fertilize once a year in the spring and prune in the winter to remove dead or diseased branches. You don’t have to do too much, though—the live oak is low-maintenance, fire-resistant and a natural fit for Southern California's climate.
Key Installation Details
Key Installation Details
Make sure to read our Tree checklist before placing an order. It includes important information about what to expect after checking out.
Tree checklist
If you have questions at any point in your tree journey, do not hesitate to call us at (562) 400-9847.
Our support doesn’t stop when we plant your tree—we’re in it for the long haul.
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1. Schedule
Once you place an order, a Melo team-member will call you and schedule a date and time for delivery and planting. Orders can be fulfilled within a week, depending on your schedule and preference. If you need to reschedule, please call us at least 48 hours in advance of your delivery date to schedule an alternate time.
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2. Slope
We cannot install trees on steep slopes that would necessitate heavy machinery. If you’re not sure about whether we can install on your property, give us a call at (562) 400-9847.
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3. Access
Please ensure our team has ample access to the property from a nearby parking location. On the initial phone call, we’ll ask you about special circumstances such as gate codes, parking restrictions or other site-specific factors we should keep in mind.
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4. Location
When the delivery crew arrives, please be available to let them know where you’d like your tree planted. Our team has deep knowledge of appropriate growing conditions and may suggest alternative planting locations if they deem your preferred location unsuitable.
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5. Care
Make sure to read the care instructions specific to your tree and available on our website. While we only offer trees that grow well in Southern California, it’s important to monitor your tree during the initial year (the establishment period).
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6. Terms
All sales are final and include delivery and planting. If we determine that we cannot install your tree for any reason, we will refund your purchase in full.
