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Chinese Pistachio (Pistacia chinensis) — mature, planted

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Chinese Pistachio

Pistacia chinensis

Chinese Pistachio brings reliable shade and confident good looks to landscapes across USDA zones

$2,690

Ships in 1-3 weeks (freight).

Height: 14-16 ft.

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14-16 ft.

$2,690

Drought TolerantHeat TolerantCold HardyDeer ResistantStreet TreeShade

Why you'll love it

Built to anchor your landscape

A steady, moderate grower that fills in handsomely over a few seasons.

Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
30 ft. - 50 ft. tall · 30 ft. - 40 ft. wide
Hardy in
USDA zones 69
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Cold Hardy
  • Deer Resistant

The Arbor Buddy difference

Why buy from us

Grown to thrive. Established, well-rooted plants shipped at the right size — not bare twigs.

Matched to your zone. Set your USDA zone and we show you exactly what will flourish where you live.

Backed for a year. Every tree is covered by our 1-Year Thrive Guarantee.

About this tree

Chinese Pistachio brings reliable shade and confident good looks to landscapes across USDA zones 6 to 9. Reaching about 30 to 50 feet tall and 30 to 40 feet wide, it develops a broad, balanced canopy at a moderate pace and thrives through drought, heat, and cold. Mid spring delivers understated blooms, while the dense crown creates cool, livable space all season. Ideal as a street tree, along driveways, or as a standout yard centerpiece where deer resistance and low maintenance matter.

USDA hardiness zones 69

Set your zone in the header to see if this tree thrives where you live.

Plant details

Mature height
30 ft. - 50 ft.
Mature width
30 ft. - 40 ft.
Growth rate
Moderate
USDA zones
6-9
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water needs
Moderate
Soil
Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained
Spacing
30 ft.
Bloom season
Mid-Spring (April-May)

Full planting & care

Planting+

Choose a spot with full sun and clay, loamy, sandy, well drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep, set the tree so the top of the root ball is level with the ground, backfill, and water in well. Space about 30 ft. from other plants.

Watering+

Water deeply about once a week while it establishes, then ease off as roots take hold.

Fertilizing+

Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. A second light feeding in early summer supports vigorous growth. Avoid fertilizing late in the season.

Pruning+

Prune in late winter while dormant to remove any dead or crossing branches and to shape. Minimal pruning is needed otherwise.

Frequently asked questions

How big does it get?+

At maturity it reaches about 30 ft. - 50 ft. tall and 30 ft. - 40 ft. wide, so give it room.

What growing zones does it suit?+

It is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.

Shipping

Delivery method
Curbside freight, nationwide (lower 48)
Shipping cost
$149 flat per order
Lead time
Ships in 1–3 weeks; carrier schedules a delivery window

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USDA zones6–93–84–96–94–8

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