Chinese Pistache Tree

Look Forward to Dazzling Fall Colors! With its whimsical branches and knockout fall color, the Chinese Pistache Tree looks like it’s straight out of a fairytale. The tree’s naturally-rounded, symmetrical canopy adds to its unique appeal. Perhaps the most notable feature of the Chinese Pistache is its fiery fall colors. In autumn, leaves transform into varying shades of red, orange, and yellow. It also shows off its fall colors later than most trees, so it’s sure to be a standout when others are entering dormancy. Fall colors are far from the only benefit of the Chinese Pistache. The tree’s dense and dark green leaves offer beauty in the spring and summer. These long and slender leaves grow in unusually paired columns that add impressive visual interest against its dark, curving branches. Many gardeners plant the Chinese Pistache in spots that need shade because of its adaptability. It does well with urban pollution and heat, so you can plant it virtually anywhere, like over your dr