Chinese Pistachio Tree Seeds

Transform your landscape with the elegant and vibrant Chinese Pistachio Tree (Pistacia chinensis). Known for its spectacular fall colors and resilience, this tree offers beauty and strength in one. Grown from non-GMO seeds, it produces a medium-sized deciduous tree ideal for ornamental planting, shade areas, and sustainable landscaping. With minimal maintenance and excellent drought tolerance, the Chinese Pistachio is one of the best shade trees for warm, dry climates.

Key Features

• Brilliant Fall Color: Displays vivid red, orange, and gold foliage in autumn.

• Highly Adaptable: Grows well in a range of soils and climates.

• Drought Tolerant: Once established, requires minimal watering.

• Non-GMO Seeds: Naturally cultivated and untreated for pure growth.

• Pest Resistant: Low maintenance and hardy against most common tree pests.

• Fast Growing: Matures quickly into a beautiful ornamental tree.

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Pistacia chinensis

• Common Name (U.S.): Chinese Pistachio Tree

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated

• Plant Type: Deciduous Ornamental Tree

• Height: 30–60 feet at maturity

• Spread: 25–40 feet

• Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast

• Foliage Color: Green in summer, turning red-orange in fall

• Bloom Season: Spring (inconspicuous green flowers)

• Fruit Type: Small red berries (ornamental, not edible)

• Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: 6.0–8.0

• Watering Needs: Low once established

• Temperature Range: 50°F–95°F (10°C–35°C)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6–9

• Days to Germination: 30–60 days (cold stratification recommended)

• Organic Status: Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated

• Pollination: Dioecious (male and female trees)

• Lifespan: Long-lived, up to 150 years in ideal conditions

• Special Traits: Tolerant of drought, wind, and urban pollution

Planting Guide

1. Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours, then cold stratify for 6–8 weeks to improve germination.

2. Sowing: Plant seeds ½ inch deep in seed trays or pots filled with well-drained soil.

3. Light: Place in a sunny, warm location or greenhouse.

4. Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy during germination.

5. Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors once they reach 6–8 inches tall and frost risk has passed.

6. Spacing: Space trees 20–30 feet apart for optimal canopy growth.

7. Fertilizing: Use balanced fertilizer once during early spring.

8. Pruning: Shape young trees for strong branching and balanced form.