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MAYMONT’S TREE OF THE MONTH - SEPTEMBER
Chinese Pistache
Pistacia chinensis
Location at Maymont: near the carriage shed
Zone: 6-9
Blooms: small greenish flowers on long panicles in April; not showy
Fruit: red or blue fruit in loose clusters during the fall
Leaf: dark green compound leaves, brilliant orange to red fall color
Height: 30-35’ tall with about equal spread
Exposure: full sun
Culture: adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions; drought tolerant and very easy to transplant
Pistacia chinensis is native to China, Taiwan and the Philippines. This tree grows quickly and is resistant to pests and diseases. The beautiful fall color is the reason to add this tree to your landscape.
Sponsored by a grant from the Virginia Department of Forestry
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