Pistacia chinensis |
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Chinese Pistache |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Normans/Mullany/Frommer
Description
The Pistacia chinensis is a deciduous tree with broad, spreading growth to 50' in height. 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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Japanese, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fallcolor, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Patio, Swimmingpool
Special Uses
Erosioncontrol, Screen, Shadetree, Fireresistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change sprinklers to drip around shrubs and trees and reduce water use nearly 60%. To learn how go to www.sustainablesm.org/landscape.
