Pistachia vera ‘Peter’, Male, Pistachio tree, Height 100cm, 5 litre pot

The male Pistacia vera is indispensable for anyone who wants to grow their own pistachios. This pollinator provides the pollen needed to grow female pistachio trees (such as the Pistacia vera ‘Kerman’) produce a bountiful crop. With its graceful, open crown and fresh green, egg-shaped leaves, this is not only a functional but also a decorative Mediterranean tree.

The male pistachio flowers in spring with small, inconspicuous flower clusters that produce rich pollen. Although this tree does not form nuts itself, it is essential in any pistachio garden: without a good pollinator, the female tree remains infertile. Thanks to its strong, drought-tolerant nature and preference for warm, sunny conditions, this pistachio thrives in gardens as well as large pots.

This variety grows into a medium-sized tree about 5-6 metres tall, with an open, elegant structure. The branches bear graceful compound leaves that show their full Mediterranean charm in hot summers. When combined with the female ‘Kerman’, you create an ideal pistachio pair for years of nut production. For those looking for a complete set, our Pistachio tree set a convenient choice.

Plant the tree in a sunny, dry and well-drained spot. Pistachio tolerates poor soil, but give it plenty of water after planting until the tree is rooted, after which additional watering is not necessary, as a well-rooted pistachio absolutely does not like wet feet.

✔ Pistacia vera - Male pollinator for pistachio production
✔ Essential for female races such as ‘Kerman’
✔ Strong, graceful tree with Mediterranean look
✔ Excellent for pots, borders and warm gardens
✔ Very drought-tolerant and heat-resistant
✔ Hardy to about -12 °C in favourable conditions, but preferably protected in the cold frost periods of winter.
✔ Perfect to combine with walnut, almond and hazelnut

Specifications
Pot size: 5 litres
Height on delivery: approx. 80-100 cm
Number: 1 tree (male)
Final height: approx. 5-6 metres
Position: full sun
Soil type: well-drained, dry to slightly moist
Hardiness: zones 7-11 (down to approx. -12 °C)
Flowering: spring - male flower clusters
Pollination: pollinator for female Pistacia vera
Use: ornamental garden, Mediterranean garden, nut garden (pollination)
Pruning: minimal; topiary in winter is possible

With this male Pistacia vera get you the essential heart of a successful pistachio planting. Combine it with female varieties for a rich, annual harvest and a beautiful Mediterranean ambience in your garden.

Also discover our other nut trees such as the walnut, hazelnut and almond tree. All our nut trees are grown with care and are ideal for combining in a varied nut garden. View the complete range on our nut trees page.