Schinus molle

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Schinus molle

California Pepper, Mission Pepper

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Normans/Frommer

Description

The California Pepper is a fast growing evergreen tree that will mature to a height of 25'-40' and as wide. Its bright green leaves are divided into many narrow, 1.5"-2" long leaflets.

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Street Tree

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Screen, Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.