| Page 16 Pistacia chinensis, or Chinese pistache A hardy, deciduous ornamental tree prized for its brilliant autumn colours, rounded canopy, and ability to thrive in a wide range of soils and climates. It grows 6-15 metres tall, prefers full sun, and is drought tolerant once established, making it ideal for urban landscapes and low maintenance gardens. The tree is dioecious, with female trees producing colourful but inedible berries that attract wildlife. Best planted in spring or autumn, it requires well drained soil, deep early watering, and light formative pruning during its first years. With strong pest resistance, a deep taproot, and excellent tolerance to heat, poor soils, and pollution, Chinese pistache offers dependable shade, vibrant seasonal colour, and long term landscape value. Ginkgo biloba, Maidenhair tree A long-lived deciduous species famed for its unique fan shaped leaves, brilliant golden autumn colour, and status as a “living fossil” dating back over 200 million years. Native to China, it grows 15-24 metres tall with a pyramidal form when young, broadening with age, and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil while tolerating pollution, heat, salt, and a wide range of soil types, making it ideal for urban landscapes. The tree is dioecious, with male trees preferred for gardening as female trees produce foul smelling fruits; otherwise, the species is notably low maintenance, pest resistant, and highly resilient. Its striking seasonal display, adaptability, and longevity make it a popular choice for street-scapes, parks, and home gardens worldwide.
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