Sheffield's Seed Company

Root

Home / Root

1 / 6

AdobeStock

2 / 6

AdobeStock

3 / 6

4 / 6

5 / 6

6 / 6

❮ ❯

Pistacia chinensis USAPistacia chinensis

USA

Chinese Pistach, Chinese Pistache

In Stock: 7.97 lb (Total:7.97lb)

Pistacia chinensis USA

Calculate

All items have bulk rates priced in

Buying options

7.97 lb

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

8,118

Quantity:

7.97 lb

Collected in:

California

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

7

Item ID:

1833314

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Showcase the resilient and low-maintenance Pistacia chinensis, popularly known as the Chinese Pistache - an excellent choice for urban or harsh environments. This drought-tolerant tree commits to quick growth, needing only full sun and being able to endure temperatures as low as -13°F. It brings lively colors, boasting dark green foliage in summer that transitions to hues of orange and red in the fall. In Arizona's low-desert regions, it stands out as the only tree showcasing scarlet leaves in autumn. Not only acting as an attractive street and shade tree in California and Florida, it also doubles as understock for P. vera, the edible pistachio nut. The Chinese Pistache, native to central and western China, Taiwan, and Philippines, also contributes to biofuel production with its seed oil. Adaptable and impressive, this tree is well-regarded most especially in warm climates, delivering impressive fall colors as far south as Orlando, Florida.