{"product_id":"aegte-pistacienod-pistacia-vera-fro-5-stk","title":"True pistachio (Pistacia vera) | seeds, 5 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFROST TOLERANT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePistacia vera\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pistacietræ, ægte pistacie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pistachio tree, true pistachio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"713\" data-start=\"307\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"322\" data-start=\"307\"\u003ePistacia vera\u003c\/em\u003e is the true pistachio tree – a Mediterranean classic that has been cultivated for millennia for its delicious, green nuts. The species originates from the Middle East and Central Asia, where it grows in dry, sunny regions with hot summers and cool winters. Today, it is grown widely throughout the Mediterranean, Iran, California, and Turkey – but also on a smaller scale as an ornamental and collector's plant in more northerly climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1096\" data-start=\"715\"\u003eThe tree is deciduous and grows slowly with an elegant, spreading crown and beautiful greyish bark. The leaves are compound with three to five oval leaflets that turn golden and reddish hues in the autumn. During the flowering period in the spring, the tree forms small, inconspicuous flowers, which later develop into clusters of nuts – the characteristic, oval pistachios with a green kernel and a slightly pink shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1096\" data-start=\"715\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1096\" data-start=\"715\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1142\" data-start=\"1127\"\u003ePistacia vera\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1170\" data-start=\"1158\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1216\" data-start=\"1179\"\u003edry, well-drained, and calcareous soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a true lover of sun and heat, but tolerates cold surprisingly well – down to around \u003cstrong data-end=\"1321\" data-start=\"1311\"\u003e–10 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e when established and kept dry. In Denmark, it should be grown in large pots or in a very sheltered spot, e.g., against a south-facing wall, where it can overwinter in the shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1768\" data-start=\"1492\"\u003eThe species is \u003cstrong data-end=\"1510\" data-start=\"1501\"\u003edioecious\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means that there are both male and female plants. To produce nuts, at least one of each is therefore required, as only the female plants bear fruit. However, the tree also has great ornamental value even without nuts, with its characteristic foliage and elegant growth habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1768\" data-start=\"1492\"\u003eCultivation from seed:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1768\" data-start=\"1492\"\u003eThe seeds (pistachios) are best sown fresh and must be stratified – placed in damp sand at approx. 5 °C for 4–6 weeks to break dormancy. Then they are sown in light, well-drained soil and kept at 20–25 °C. Germination usually occurs after 3–6 weeks. The young plants are drought-tolerant but should be kept slightly moist at the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1768\" data-start=\"1492\"\u003eUtility value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1768\" data-start=\"1492\"\u003eThe pistachio is known worldwide for its delicate taste and is used raw, salted, roasted, and in a myriad of desserts – from ice cream and cakes to classic baklava. The nuts are rich in protein, unsaturated fatty acids, and antioxidants. In addition to its culinary value, \u003cem data-end=\"2403\" data-start=\"2388\"\u003ePistacia vera\u003c\/em\u003e is also a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2437\" data-start=\"2412\"\u003every beautiful ornamental plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a Mediterranean feel that fits perfectly in dry, sunny gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2506\" data-start=\"2119\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2528\" data-start=\"2513\"\u003ePistacia vera\u003c\/em\u003e is the ideal choice for the patient and curious plant lover – a tree with history, character, and charm that brings the scent and atmosphere of the Mediterranean right into the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54505800073484,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Pistaciavera_1.jpg?v=1760445690","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/aegte-pistacienod-pistacia-vera-fro-5-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}