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California Pepper

Schinus Molle

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Overview

The California Pepper Tree, Schinus molle, is a graceful, weeping evergreen renowned for its feathery foliage and hanging clusters of red berries. Native to the arid zones of South America, it thrives in USDA zones 8-11. With a mature height of 25-40 feet and a spread of 25-35 feet, it offers ample shade. Tolerant of drought and various soils, this tree is an elegant choice for xeriscapes and large outdoor spaces.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–10Type TreeClimate Mediterranean

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — pinnately compound leaves which emit a distinctive fragrant aroma when crushed; pink flowers in the garden, image 68

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Anacardiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — forming a canopy that typically spans between 25 to 40 feet in width; with a mature height of 25-40 feet and a, image 66

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — tree with pink blooms; forming a canopy that typically spans between 25 to 40 feet in width, image 56

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — tolerating a range of soil types from acidic to alkaline; tree for full, image 52

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — but caution is advised as the vigorous roots can disturb nearby pavement and structures; scientifically, image 50

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — Tolerant of drought and various soils, this tree is an elegant choice for xeriscapes and large outdoor spaces, image 61

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — this evergreen tree flourishes in the warm climatic conditions similar to its native Peruvian habitats; regular, image 46

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — Hailing from the arid zones of the Andes; this evergreen tree flourishes in the warm climatic conditions, image 45

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — this evergreen tree flourishes in the warm climatic conditions similar to its native Peruvian habitats; regular, image 65

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — weeping evergreen renowned for its feathery foliage and hanging clusters of red berries; tolerant of drought, image 58

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — scientifically designated as Schinus molle; schinus molle prefers full sun and well-draining soil conditions, image 62

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — scientifically designated as Schinus molle; schinus molle prefers full sun and well-draining soil conditions

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — Native to the arid zones of South America, it thrives in USDA zones 8-11

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — Schinus molle prefers full sun and well-draining soil conditions; but caution is advised as the vigorous roots, image 70

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — but caution is advised as the vigorous roots can disturb nearby pavement and structures

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — pink flowers in the garden

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — Native to the arid zones of South America, it thrives in USDA zones 8-11; pinnately compound leaves which emit a

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — Schinus molle prefers full sun and well-draining soil conditions

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — With a mature height of 25-40 feet and a spread of 25-35 feet, it offers ample shade; tree with pink blooms, image 41

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — pinnately compound leaves which emit a distinctive fragrant aroma when crushed

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — tolerating a range of soil types from acidic to alkaline; tree for full

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — making it an excellent choice for a client's garden seeking a touch of the Mediterranean or Southwestern charm, image 54

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — this evergreen tree flourishes in the warm climatic conditions similar to its native Peruvian habitats

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — making it an excellent choice for a client's garden seeking a touch of the Mediterranean or Southwestern charm; tolerating

California Pepper (Schinus Molle) — weeping evergreen renowned for its feathery foliage and hanging clusters of red berries; tolerant of drought, image 39

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