Tucsonans, meet the one and only desert adapted tree that is guaranteed to give you the beautiful orange and red colors that you crave in fall, and the cooling shade that you desire in summer! Chinese Pistache develops a dense umbrella-shaped canopy of grass-green leaves that appear to catch on fire in fall, adding quite a bit of seasonal intrigue to your garden.
Even in winter, the absence of leaves creates interest by exposing the tree’s intricate branching patterns and attractive bark. These self-sufficient trees rarely need pruning, and only require staking if planted in locations that experience high winds. Chinese Pistache is also highly resistant to damage from extreme heat, cold and drought!
Height: 30 – 50 feet
Width: 20 – 30 feet
Bloom color: Red to Green
Flowering season: Spring
USDA minimum zone: 7
Cold hardiness: 0° F
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