How to navigate Oaktopia
To help you navigate the maze of information contained here, we have put together a guide below
FEATURE OAK TREES
If you are looking to learn about our top arboricultural picks for climate change adaptive and biodiversity beneficial trees in coastal California, and perhaps beyond, then this page is for you. It's a mix of currently available and aspirational trees.
OAK TREE SEARCH
Are you searching for information about a specific oak with a history or likely future in coastal California? Feature Trees have their own pages, while many other species simply have a text description. Use this search bar to find the oak you are looking for.
OAK LISTS PERTINENT TO COASTAL CALIFORNIA
To help understand the range and performance of all oak species tested in coastal California, we have assembled several basic lists of oaks assessing key traits. Many species also have individual descriptions, which can be accessed by clicking on the tree name.
ARTICLES + VIDEOS
Dave Muffly has been interviewed, filmed, and authored several articles. This page also includes Oaktopia’s blog posts. Feel free to have a scroll.
OAK GEOGRAPHY
We’ve created zone maps for oak growing regions worldwide, along with their respective list of oak trees pertinent to coastal California. These are trees that have been tested, or which scientific triangulation suggests are worthy of testing. If you are looking for oaks from a particular region, this page is for you.
APPLE PARK TREES
Are you wondering what trees can be seen growing around the perimeter of the Apple Park campus? We have a list, photos, and several articles and videos.
OAKTOPIA INFORMATION
Want to know about Oaktopia and why it exists? Have a look here.
DAVE MUFFLY SENIOR ARBORIST
Meet Dave Muffly, senior arborist and horticultural futurist, and the founder of Oaktopia.