Plant Database
Keith Davey Chinese Pistache Tree
Pistacia chinensis ‘Keith Davey’
Keith Davey Chinese Pistache is the superior, selected male cultivar of the species, offering all the legendary fall color and toughness without the messy fruit. This seedless tree ensures a clean, low-maintenance experience, making it one of the most highly recommended medium-sized shade trees for water-wise Bay Area landscapes.
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A completely fruitless (seedless) male cultivar, eliminating the berry drop and staining associated with female Chinese Pistache trees.
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Guarantees the same breathtaking, fiery display of red, orange, and yellow fall foliage as the standard species.
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Shares all the outstanding attributes: drought and heat tolerance, adaptability to various soils, pest and disease resistance, and a strong, spreading canopy.
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Considered the cleaner and more landscape-friendly choice for patios, driveways, and poolsides where fruit drop is undesirable.
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An award-winning tree that is consistently top-rated by arborists and landscape designers for California gardens.