Chinese Pistache – Pistacia chinensis 30 Tree Seeds | Fast Growing | Hardy Zones 6–9 Brilliant Fall Color | Drought & Heat Tolerant | Ideal Shade or Street Tree

Add vibrant autumn color to your landscape with Chinese Pistache (Pistacia chinensis), a hardy and adaptable shade tree known for its brilliant fall display in shades of yellow, orange, and red.

This small deciduous tree grows with an attractive oval to rounded crown and glossy dark green compound leaves that turn spectacular colors in fall. Female trees produce decorative red fruits that mature to deep blue, adding seasonal interest. The bark peels to reveal warm salmon tones beneath, providing year-round appeal.

Highly tolerant of heat, drought, and urban conditions, Chinese Pistache is an excellent choice for street plantings, yard shade, patio landscapes, and ornamental specimen use. It is also suitable for bonsai with proper training and pruning.

You will receive seeds similar in size and quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 30 Chinese Pistache seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Chinese Pistache
Botanical Name: Pistacia chinensis
Plant Type: Small deciduous shade tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; adaptable to many soil types
Watering: Dry to medium; highly drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 30–35 feet
Spread: 20–30 feet
Growth Rate: Fast to moderate
USDA Zones: 6–9
Container Friendly: Suitable for bonsai when pruned

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Cold stratify for 30–60 days at approximately 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and keep evenly moist during germination.