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PISTACIA
Commonly known as Pistachio
Genus of 11 species of rounded to upright, dioecious trees and shrubs from dry habitats in the Mediterranean, central Asia to japan, Malaysia, Mexico and southern USA.
Further Reading....
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Height6m (20ft) -
Spread6m (20ft)
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Heated greenhouse - warm temperateCan be grown outside in summer. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 5°C (41°F)Will require restrictive pruning. Use loam-based compost (JI No. 3) with added sharp sand in full light
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Additional Features
Good to knowMale and female plants are required for fruiting and a long, hot, dry summer
Pests & DiseasesFungal root rot
Place of originAsia Minor. Commercially grown primarily in California -
HardinessTender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Seasonal InterestSpring
Pistacia - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of PISTACIA
PISTACIA lentiscus
Lentise, Mastic tree
aromatic tree with leathery dark green leaflets and red fruits
Gift-wrapping available
£18.00 each
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Vermin & Pest Control
Tree Guards
Essential small tree protection from vermin and strimming. This pack includes 5 x 90cm canes and 5 x 90cm spiral guards. Includes instructions.
Only £5.00
