California Pepper trees are fantastic desert trees. They are very drought tolerant, evergreen, and can withstand the wind and heat of the desert climate. These trees can suffer from cold winters for the first year or two after being planted, so take precautions to help protect them. You can see how to protect your plants from the cold here.
All pricing and availability are subject to change
Pricing:
5 gallon – $35
15 gallon – $70
24″ box – $200
Details and Care Information:
Sunset Zones: 8,9, and 12-24
USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11
Sun Exposure: Fun Sun to Partial Shade
Soil: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Drought Tolerance: Highly Drought Tolerant
Growth Rate: 36” per year
Growth Habit: Rounded or Umbrella Shape
Height: 25-50ft.
Width: 25-40ft.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years
Litter Issue: Dry fruit, Leaves, and Twigs
Pests and Diseases: Susceptible to Aphids, Psyllid, Scales and Thrip, Armillaria, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium.
Branch Strength: Medium Weak
Root Damage Potential: High
Suckering Potential: High
Salt Tolerance: Good in Inland Areas
Special Care: The roots on these trees are greedy. This makes planting beneath the canopy difficult due to the roots taking all available water and nutrients. Planting these near a septic tank is a disaster waiting to happen.
Pruning Advice: Prune lower branches regularly to increase the height of the tree if that is desired.
Watering Advice: Water until it is established, then watering can almost cease completely due to the drought tolerant nature of these trees. For more, visit How to Water Your Plants
Staking: Having a top heavy canopy necessitates staking for most trees.
Fertilizer:
Microclimate: No microclimates required to thrive – What is a Microclimate?
