{"product_id":"live-oak","title":"Live Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eLive Oak from Stallion Trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpring 2026 listed prices: 30-gallon $320; 45-gallon $420; 65-gallon $520 each. Most trees are offered in these sizes; confirm the selected size before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStock: 100 trees total per species, shared across 30-, 45-, and 65-gallon sizes. This is not 100 trees in each size. Availability by size and variety is confirmed when requesting a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelivery: Austin, Texas, and surrounding cities. Planting and delivery charges depend on tree size. Request a quote to order: \u003ca href=\"mailto:Aaron@ctg2k.com\"\u003eAaron@ctg2k.com\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"tel:+15127896890\"\u003e512-789-6890\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection data-stallion-care=\"v1\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA long-lived, broad-canopied oak valued for shade and nearly year-round foliage. Live oak types differ; confirm whether your tree is southern or escarpment live oak before choosing a site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose full sun and allow generous space for the mature canopy and roots. Match the nursery’s live oak type to the site’s soil depth and drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a site that meets the requirements above and allows the mature tree room to grow. Locate underground utilities before digging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater the root ball before installation. Remove the container and identify the root flare, where the trunk widens into the upper roots. Have severe circling or girdling roots assessed and corrected; do not leave a root-bound tree untreated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig a hole at least twice the root-ball width and no deeper than needed to keep the root flare at or slightly above surrounding soil level. Set the ball on firm soil, handling the ball rather than lifting by the trunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove container materials and constricting ties. Backfill with the excavated native soil, settling it gently with water. Do not place gravel, fertilizer, or a rich amended-soil pocket under the tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater thoroughly after planting. Spread organic mulch 2–3 inches deep over the surrounding soil, leaving the trunk and root flare clear. Stake only if the tree cannot remain stable, and remove temporary support within one year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare for a Newly Planted Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater by moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check inside the original root ball and in adjacent soil frequently, especially in the first weeks and during hot, windy weather. Probe several inches down; a dry surface alone is not enough to judge the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater slowly:\u003c\/strong\u003e When the root zone is drying, soak the ball and nearby soil gently, then allow drainage. Keep roots moist rather than saturated. If the ball is already wet, wait and investigate drainage. Turf sprinklers and rainfall may not wet a nursery root ball adequately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust over time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check daily during initial hot-weather establishment; daily checking does not mean daily watering. As roots spread, widen the irrigated area and adjust the interval to weather, soil, and species. Monitor supplemental water needs through at least two growing seasons; large trees may need longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep grass, string trimmers, and mower damage away from the trunk. Remove only damaged or dead branches at planting. Do not fertilize during the first growing season unless a qualified professional identifies a specific need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatch for problems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wilting can occur with dry or waterlogged roots. Check soil before watering more; seek help for persistent wilt, dieback, trunk damage, or unusual discoloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Notes for This Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not confuse established-tree drought tolerance with a newly planted tree’s needs. Maintain root-ball moisture and protect the bark. Avoid pruning oaks February 1–June 30; immediately paint fresh oak wounds in any season to reduce oak-wilt risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the nursery label, cultivar, and planting-site conditions before installation. Container size does not establish mature size or a universal watering amount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eFurther guidance: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreeplanting.tamu.edu\/ViewAllTrees.aspx\"\u003eTree profile and site guidance\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tfsweb.tamu.edu\/trees\/tree-care\/planting\/\"\u003eTexas A\u0026amp;M Forest Service planting guidance\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texasoakwilt.org\/resources\/oak-wilt-studies\/pruning-guidelines-for-prevention\"\u003eTexas oak-wilt pruning guidance\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Stallion Trees","offers":[{"title":"30-gallon","offer_id":67978797744497,"sku":"ST-LIVE-OAK-30","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45-gallon","offer_id":67978797777265,"sku":"ST-LIVE-OAK-45","price":420.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"65-gallon","offer_id":67978797810033,"sku":"ST-LIVE-OAK-65","price":520.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/ft50su-p2.myshopify.com\/products\/live-oak","provider":"Stallion Trees ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}