Schinus molle
California Pepper, Mission Pepper
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. This plant can be invasive in some areas, but is a great water conservation tree that has naturalized in California for over 200 years.
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:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.