Pistacia 'Red Push' 

Abstract:

Pistacia ‘Red Push” (hybrid of Pistacia atlantica and Pistacia integerrima) is known for its resilience while also providing a full range of spectacular colors within its spreading canopy. Compound leaves with 10-16 leaflets mature to a hearty dark green while new growth emerges bright red. Colder months bring an array of reds, oranges, and yellows. The depth and intensity of these fall colors will depend on how quickly cold temperatures arrive and the duration of these temperatures. This hybrid pistachio tree is considered ornamental which means it produces no nuts. Flowers are inconspicuous and female trees produce small seeds not typical fruit.  Established trees are highly drought and cold tolerant and can adapt to a wide variety of soils. Plant in full sun and provide moderate irrigation to increase growth rate. 

CLASSIFICATION

Scientific Name: Pistacia 'Red Push'

Common Name: Red Push Pistache

Family: Anacardiaceae

Suggested Uses: shade tree for lawns, or for use as a street tree 

CHARACTERISTICS

Height: 25 to 40 ft. t and 25 to 35 ft wide

Foliage: dark green canopy/new growth emerges red

Flower: Inconspicuous; Green 

Bloom Period: Spring

Fruit: The fruit is a small red drupe that turns blue when ripe, containing a single seed.

Bark: Dark brown

 ENVIRONMENT

Sun: Full sun

Water: Deep infrequent water 

Soil: Adaptive to a wide variety of soils

USDA Zone: 7-11