Pistacia chinensis

Rare in the United Kingdom, Pistacia chinensis is a large shrub with dark green, pinnate (feather-like) leaves which turn bright scarlet red and orange before falling in autumn. Pistacia chinensis requires a very warm, sheltered, sunny position to grow outside in the UK but can make a lovely garden plant in the right spot.

• Position: Sheltered and warm in full sun, preferably against a south facing wall or fence.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil. Pistacia chinensis is very drought tolerant.
• Hardiness: Hardy down to -5°c. Requires protection in winter and shelter from cold winds.
• Flowering Period: May.
• Flower Colour: Red
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Although a tall tree in its native habitat, Pistacia chinensis will only really grow to be a large shrub in the UK as we lack the very hot summers.
  • Height: 3 m (10 ft)
  • Spread: 3 m (10 ft ft)

• Notes: Please note that Pistacia chinensis can be a difficult and fickle plant in the UK and is best grown by experienced gardeners. Although we usually guarantee plants for a year after purchase, we will NOT replace/refund a failed Pistacia chinensis.