Pistacia chinensis
Chinese Pistache
Description
Pistacia chinensis is a deciduous tree with broad, spreading growth reaching 25'-40' tall. Its leaves have 10-16 leaflets, and the fall coloring arrives in beautiful shades of red, orange and yellow. The young trees are often gawky, but some become shapely with age.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Orange, Red, Yellow
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Patio, Swimming Pool
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Screen, Shade Tree, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).