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Pistacia lentiscus

Mastic Tree

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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.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Leaf Season

Evergreen

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Patio

Special Uses

Screen, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.