Pistacia chinensis

Pistacia chinensis is a distinctive and rarely seen tree native to China, celebrated for delivering one of the most spectacular autumn displays of any small tree.Glossy, pinnate leaves form a graceful canopy that shines verdant through spring and summer before turning brilliant shades of scarlet and orange in autumn, making it an eye?catching feature in parks and large gardens alike. In mid to late spring, it bears clusters of small, scented red flowers, followed on female plants by ornamental red fruits that ripen to blue. An outstanding specimen tree for the milder regions of the UK, this resilient Chinese pistachio withstands heat and drought, thriving equally well in a large patio container or a sheltered garden border.Ultimate height and spread: 4m (13ft).