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Pistachio trees require very hot temperatures during the day and don't appreciate high humidity or wet soil. It does best in a sandy, well-draining, loamy soil. Infrequent, deep waterings are best. Pistacia vera is a dioecious variety of fruit tree.
- Where do pistachio trees grow best?
- How do you tell the difference between a male and female pistachio tree?
- How long does it take for a pistachio tree to produce nuts?
- Do pistachio trees need lots of water?
Where do pistachio trees grow best?
Pistachio trees grow best and produce the most nuts in an arid semi-desert climate with long, dry, hot summers, low humidity and cool but not frigid winters. During the growing season, pistachio trees thrive on heat. Summer temperatures of around 37 degrees Celcius produce large quantities of the best nuts.
How do you tell the difference between a male and female pistachio tree?
Male pistachio trees can be easily spotted by anyone, because they are normally higher and much more robust than the female trees. The trunk and branches of pistachio trees have gray color, and it becomes darker over the years.
How long does it take for a pistachio tree to produce nuts?
It takes time and patience to grow pistachios. You won't see your first pistachio until about year five (5). It will take about 7 – 8 years before you will receive a good yield of pistachios and 15 -20 years to reach peak production.
Do pistachio trees need lots of water?
Pistachios tolerate drought once established, but produc- ing quality kernels with split nuts requires as much as 50 gallons (190 l) of water per tree per day from July to late August in the climate zones where pistachios are grown. However, excessively wet soil promotes root and crown diseases.
