Mastic Tree

Pistacia Lentiscus

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Overview

Pistacia lentiscus, or Mastic Tree, is an evergreen native to the Mediterranean. Thriving in full sun, it grows to 10-20 ft with an equal spread. This resilient shrub boasts dense, aromatic foliage, and small red-to-black berries. It's drought-tolerant, preferring well-drained soils. Ideal for xeriscaping or as a windbreak, it requires minimal care, making it a low-maintenance choice for both traditional and water-wise landscapes.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — Pistacia lentiscus, or Mastic Tree, is an evergreen native to the Mediterranean

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — Thriving in full sun, it grows to 10-20 ft with an equal spread

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — This resilient shrub boasts dense, aromatic foliage, and small red-to-black berries

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — It's drought-tolerant, preferring well-drained soils

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — Ideal for xeriscaping or as a windbreak

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — commonly known as the Mastic Tree

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Anacardiaceae

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Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — Pistacia lentiscus, or Mastic Tree, is an evergreen native to the Mediterranean

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — Thriving in full sun, it grows to 10-20 ft with an equal spread

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — This resilient shrub boasts dense, aromatic foliage, and small red-to-black berries

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — It's drought-tolerant, preferring well-drained soils

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — Ideal for xeriscaping or as a windbreak

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — commonly known as the Mastic Tree

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — making it a low-maintenance choice for both traditional and water-wise landscapes

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — this robust species is valued for its dense

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — making it an ideal choice for creating lush screens or hedges that provide privacy and greenery year-round

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — The Mastic Tree typically achieves a height of 10 to 20 feet with a similar spread

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — exhibiting a rounded to multi-stemmed form.<br><br>This resilient plant is characterized by its leathery

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — arranged alternately along the stems

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — dark green leaves which measure about 1 to 4 inches in length

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — offering a pleasing texture and color contrast against other garden elements

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — In late spring to early summer, the Mastic Tree produces small, inconspicuous dioecious flowers

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — If the conditions are right

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — red to black drupe fruits may appear

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — making it a low-maintenance choice for busy homeowners

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — the Mastic Tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and is heat and drought-tolerant once established

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — which harden to a deep brown upon maturing.<br><br>Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — This resilient shrub boasts dense, aromatic foliage, and small red-to-black berries; red to black drupe fruits may appear

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — It's drought-tolerant, preferring well-drained soils; the Mastic Tree is a superb addition to any Mediterranean-inspired

Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — Ideal for xeriscaping or as a windbreak; it's drought-tolerant, preferring well-drained soils

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