Chinese Pistache DescriptionBotanical Name: Pistacia chinensis Originates from China. An outstanding specimen, shade, or parkway tree. It's adaptability, moderate size and drought tolerance makes it a good tree for southwestern desert regions. Dark green foliage turns dramatic shades of orange to red in autumn. Leaves are alternate, compound, even pinnate, 10 to 12 leaflets, each leaflet 2" to 4" long, 3/4" wide, lanceolate. Surface roots are not a problem. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Trees-Shade & OrnamentalName: Chinese PistachePlant Type: Deciduous Mature Size: 60' tall x 35' wide. Water: Low, onced established. Exposure:: Full sun Spacing: 15' Soil Type: Clay; loam; sand; in a wide range of soil pH; well drained Planting Time: Any season CommentsComments: Young trees are assymetrical or uneven in shape, becoming more dense and uniform as they mature. They can be planted close to walkways without any problems.