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Tree Pistacia chinensis Chinese Pistachio

 

 

 

 
Description This lovely small, deciduous tree has a moderate growth rate and great autumn colour in shades of orange, yellow and red. Bark is dark grey with shallow furrows and this variety is capable of withstanding relatively harsh conditions. Interesting pinnate leaves emerge green and leathery and although inconspicuous, clusters of small white flowers are borne in summer, followed by red drupes which mature to blue.    
Foliage
Deciduous
   
Form
Round
   
Mature Size 8 x 6m    
Uses A fantastic feature tree in parks and gardens. Great for street planting. Provides shade for shade loving plants to grow undergrowth. Great for all sized gardens. Prune to keep shape, define the strong single leader and good overall structure. Note: This tree is not a Pistachio Nut tree.    
Position & Soil While it is tolerant of most soil types, a well-drained soil in a sunny position is preferred. Moderately drought tolerant.    
Features    
Pot sizes
in production
   
Substitutes Acer buergerianum
Cercis canadensis
Jacaranda mimosifolia
Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Natchez'
Melia azedarach
Nyssa sylvatica
Parrotia persica
Quercus coccinea
Quercus palustris
Quercus palustris 'Free Fall'
Quercus robur
Sapium sebiferum '(syn. Triadica sebifera)'
Tilia cordata
Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase'
   
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