Pistachio (Grafted) - Fruit Plant

About Pistachio

Pistachio (Pistacia vera) is a broad, bushy deciduous tree that grows slowly to 25-30ft, with an open, spreading and slightly drooping habit that also makes it a handsome ornamental. Under favourable conditions pistachio trees can live and produce for centuries. Like kiwi, pistachio is dioecious - separate male and female trees are needed, with the female tree bearing the nuts once pollinated by a nearby male tree.

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun.
• Soil: Well-drained soil.
• Climate: Suited to areas with temperatures below 35°C; young trees may need staking as they establish their spreading habit.

Planting & Spacing

Give pistachio plenty of open space to spread as it matures. Because it needs a male tree to pollinate the female for nut production, plan for more than one tree if you want nuts rather than an ornamental specimen.

Care

• Watering: Moderate, well-drained conditions - avoid waterlogging.
• Fertilizer: Balanced organic fertilizer during the growing season.
• Pruning: Young trees may need staking; light pruning helps maintain shape.

Fruiting & Harvest

Pistachio is very slow to bear - typically 5-8 years - and needs both a male and a female tree nearby for nut production, similar to kiwi.

Note: This listing ships a young nursery plant, not a fruiting tree. Time to first fruit and yield vary by climate, care, and region - we don't promise a fixed timeline. Pistachio shells can be a choking hazard for pets, and the nuts' high fat content may cause stomach upset or worse in dogs if eaten in large quantity - keep shelled nuts away from pets.