Pistacia terebinthus - P9

Description
The Turpentine tree (Pistacia terebinthus) is a very popular, deciduous tub plant that can produce red fruit if well cared for. Its decorative flowers appear in June. The medium green leaves are pinnate and glossy. The location should be as sunny as possible. Well-drained and sandy soil is ideal. In favourable conditions, the Turpentine tree reaches a height of approx. 1.5 m and grows up to 1.5 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * Suitable for containers

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Turpentine trees are medium green, pinnate and glossy. They are about 12 - 15 cm in size.

Spread
Mediterranean region.

Frost hardiness
A frost-free winter at 0 to 5°C is required.

Growth
Turpentine tree is an upright-growing shrub that can reach a height of 1.2 - 1.5 m and a width of 1 - 1.5 m.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: possible all year round (indoors).

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - Over time, the soil loses some of its important properties. The plants should therefore be transplanted into a larger pot with fresh container plant soil every two years in spring.

Flower
Pistacia terebinthus forms yellow flowers from June.

Fruit
The red fruits of Pistacia terebinthus are particularly decorative.

Use
Tub, winter garden, balcony/terrace