Pistacia chinensis 'Red Push' |
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Red Push Chinese Pistache |
Description
The Pistacia chinensis is a deciduous tree with broad, spreading growth to 50' tall and wide. 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. Trees are drought and cold tolerant, and can adapt to a wide variety of soils.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black, Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Patio, Park, Street Tree
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Use water saving equipment, e.g. rain or soil-moisture sensors, MP rotator nozzles, weather-based controllers, and low-volume irrigation (drip systems, soaker hoses, and microsprayers).