Southern Live Oak Seeds – For 2026 Planting Spanish Moss Southern Charm Savannah

To prepare, soak seeds 24 hours in room-temperature tap water. This “cathedral effect” provides a year-round ceiling of leathery, deep-green foliage that filters sunlight into a soft, dappled glow. Reaching mature height of 40 to 80 feet, Live Oaks are virtually indestructible, boasting exceptional resistance to high winds and hurricanes and are capable of living for several centuries.