Scientific Name
Pistacia chinensis

Common Name
Chinese pistachio

Hardiness Zones: 7-9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate to rapid
Site Requirements: Sun; prefers moist, well drained soil but tolerates a wide range of soils (poor, dry)
Texture: Medium
Form: Oval; rounded; main branches may be upright to arching
Height: 25 to 40'
Width: 25 to 35'
Leaf: Alternate, compound even pinnate leaves; excellent red, yellow, or orange fall color
Flower/Fruit: Small greenish flowers; blue/red fruit on female trees
Comments: Drought tolerant; easy to transplant; male and female trees; modest exfoliating bark
Cultivars: --
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