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Pistacia lentiscus

Mastic Tree

Plant photo of: Pistacia lentiscus
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer:

 

Description

Shrublike evergreen tree grows slowly to 15' x 20'. Leaves are dark green and flowers are non-showy. Use for screening or train into a small specimen tree. Accepts full sun. Native to the Mediterranean.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.