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mastic
Pistacia lentiscus
shrub☀️ full sun💧 low water
Mastic is a tough, evergreen Mediterranean shrub prized for its aromatic resin and attractive feathery foliage. It thrives in hot, dry conditions and requires minimal water once established.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 11bSeasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Succession Role
early successionalmid successional
Native Range
Mediterranean
Function & Care
wildlife benefitmedicinalwindbreak
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation