Pistacia chinensis

The tree has a round canopy. Even though it is smaller than other Pistacia species, its growth rate is faster. The tree is considered to be strong, durable and long-lived. As for climatic sensitivity, it has no problem with cold. It will also grow in the high mountains and even at much lower temperatures than are normal for Israel. However, it suffers in very high temperatures, and it is not well-suited for the Negev or Aravah. Although it has the capacity to survive without watering and in most types of soil, except for saline or chalky soil, it will develop better in humid, deep and well-drained soils. It has beautiful red foliage and an extremely impressive fall display. It usually propagates by seeds so a vast myriad of colors can be seen in fall, from yellow to bright red. The temperatures in autumn also largely affect the colors of the leaves before they fall. However, we have trees at the nursery with spectacular red fall displays even in relatively higher temperatures.

Because the tree is short, it should be pruned and designed in its early years to elevate the crown. This will create a more beautiful outline and will allow you to enjoy the sculptural appearance of the mature trunk as well. The tree is suitable for gardens.

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