Chinese pistache

Pistacia chinensis 

This tree is available for free through our Sacramento Shade program in partnership with SMUD
Deciduous
Water Wise
Fall Color
Attracts Wildlife
Pistacia chinensis - Chinese pistache
Pistacia chinensis - Chinese pistache
Pistacia chinensis - Chinese pistache leaves
Pistacia chinensis - Chinese pistache fall color

This wide-spreading shade tree is a favorite throughout Sacramento because of its vibrant red and fluorescent orange fall color. The Chinese pistache is an adaptable tree that can grow happily in a lawn but does not require excessive water to thrive. This tree is a great choice for planting strips or narrower areas that could benefit from a wide-spreading canopy of shade because its root system is famously non-aggressive. We offer male 'Keith Davey' trees or 'Red Push' hybrids that do not produce berries.

Chinese pistache characteristics
Size:

Medium

Height:

30-40 feet

Width:

30-45 feet

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Water Needs:

Very Low

Sunset Zones:

7, 8, 9, 14

Fall Color:

Orange

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