Pistacia chinensis 'Keith Davey'

Also Known As

Keith Davey Chinese Pistachio

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-50'
W: 10'-30'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Pistacia chinensis 'Keith Davey' plant details

Pistacia chinensis 'Keith Davey' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pistacia chinensis 'Keith Davey'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: anacardiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 50 FT - tall
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pistacia chinensis 'Keith Davey'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Adaptable and tough, this male selection is seedless (no mess), drought and urban-tolerant, this 25-40' tree is a real winner; the fantastic fall colors of brilliant orange-red make it a show stopper in Autumn, a fine choice as a street tree! S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

A male selection made for its better branch pattern and to assure a cleaner, uniform plant along the street and sidewalk. Reliable autumn color in hot climates.

By: Heritage Seedlings

A most attractive deciduous tree, to 25' tall and slowly to 50' x 20-30' wide, known for its tolerance of dry, difficult sites and its florescent fall color, a particularly brilliant orange in this cultivar. This selection chosen from its maleness! (as in lack of fruit) and attractive, red-tinted leaves. Loves sun and an occasional deep watering to get established and speed growth. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 6.

By: Cistus Nursery

Finally! We looked for this plant for our garden for twenty years and finally found one in California. This male form of the Chinese pistachio has no fruit. The fall color is early (late September) and is brilliant red-orange. Our plant is 15’ X 10’ after 20 years, but can get bigger in warmer climes.