Pistachio - Red Male

Pistacia vera

Male pistachio, pollinator for Females. Produces an abundance of pollen as a mature tree. One male will pollinate up to 8 females.

Preferred Climate Warm Temperate, Arid (Dry)Learn About Climate Zones

Grown From GraftedLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m

Plants required to Pollinate 2 compatible plants (Pollination Required)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Yes

Amount of leaves in Winter? No Leaves (Deciduous)

Suitability in Pots Yes, No

Water Requirements Drought Hardy (Little Watering)

Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? No (Full Size)

Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 5+ Years

Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)

Preferred Soil Type Perfect Drainage (Sand/Volcanic)

Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH), Moderately Alkaline (7.4-8.0)

Fertiliser All Purpose, Compost, Dolomite/Lime

Plant Width 2-4m

Growth Rate Medium

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Drought Tolerant

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