A bold and resilient native oak with rugged beauty, deep roots, and four-season strength that thrives where few trees can
FEATURES:
- Native selection known for its exceptional hardiness and drought tolerance
- Deep green leaves turn glowing shades of orange and gold in fall
- Naturally upright and full-branched habit with strong structure
- Perfect for hot, dry, or rocky sites where other trees struggle
- Long-lived, wildlife-friendly, and deeply resilient
- Brings texture, color, and heritage to native and modern landscapes
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree; does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Plant Gila Monster Gambel Oak in full sun for the best growth and color. It pairs beautifully with drought-tolerant companions like junipers, native grasses, and sage. Because it adapts well to dry, poor soils, it is a perfect choice for sustainable landscapes that need beauty without excess watering or maintenance. Allow space for its natural form to develop, it will reward you with decades of strength and sculptural beauty.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 25-30' tall
- Mature Width: 20-25' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 20-25' apart
Gila Monster Gambel Oak
Bower & Branch Trees and Plants
Quercus gambelii 'Gila Monster'
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A bold and resilient native oak with rugged beauty, deep roots, and four-season strength that thrives where few trees can
FEATURES:
- Native selection known for its exceptional hardiness and drought tolerance
- Deep green leaves turn glowing shades of orange and gold in fall
- Naturally upright and full-branched habit with strong structure
- Perfect for hot, dry, or rocky sites where other trees struggle
- Long-lived, wildlife-friendly, and deeply resilient
- Brings texture, color, and heritage to native and modern landscapes
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree; does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Plant Gila Monster Gambel Oak in full sun for the best growth and color. It pairs beautifully with drought-tolerant companions like junipers, native grasses, and sage. Because it adapts well to dry, poor soils, it is a perfect choice for sustainable landscapes that need beauty without excess watering or maintenance. Allow space for its natural form to develop, it will reward you with decades of strength and sculptural beauty.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 25-30' tall
- Mature Width: 20-25' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 20-25' apart
Why plant Gila Monster Gambel Oak?
How to use Gila Monster Gambel Oak in the landscape?
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. This oak is highly drought tolerant once established and thrives in dry, rocky, or sandy soils where other trees may not survive.
It grows at a moderate rate, typically adding about 12 to 18 inches per year under good conditions. Its steady growth ensures strong, lasting structure over time.
Yes. Oaks are keystone trees for wildlife, providing acorns for birds and mammals and shelter for countless pollinators and beneficial insects.
