Plants in family anacardiaceae
Pistacia chinensis
Pistacia chinensis is a hardy tree known for its deep roots and ability to thrive in various conditions, including pollution and drought. It produces bright green summer leaves that turn orange and red in fall, along with red berries that attract birds. This tree requires full sun and good drainage.
Pachycormus discolor
Pachycormus discolor is a monotypic genus endemic to the Baja California peninsula, known for its gnarled growth and exfoliating bark. This drought-deciduous plant features pinnate green leaves and bright red, cream, or pink flowers. Historically used in tanning, it is frost tolerant and adds a unique character to arid landscapes.
Rhus aromatica 'Prairie Flame'
Rhus aromatica 'Prairie Flame' is a compact, multi-stemmed shrub known for its drought tolerance and glossy dark-green foliage. This plant produces creamy white blooms in summer and is a sterile male clone, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens. It is cold-hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9 and attracts wildlife and pollinators. The shrub prefers full sun and is adaptable to various soil types, making it a versatile addition to any landscape.
Mangifera indica 'Tebow'
Mangifera indica 'Tebow' is a tropical fruit tree known for its rounded pink-blushed yellow skin and juicy, sweet pale yellow flesh. It can weigh up to a pound and is hardy in zones 9 through 11. This mango variety thrives in full sun and acidic soil, producing fruit mid to late season.
Operculicarya pachypus
Operculicarya pachypus is a slow-growing plant native to Madagascar, resembling a bonsai tree with its cone-shaped form. It can grow up to 4 feet tall and features small yellow-green flowers in late winter. This plant prefers fast-draining potting soil and thrives in full sun to light shade.
Cotinus obovatus
Cotinus obovatus, also known as American Smoketree, features purple foliage with reddish-orange or yellow veins and puffs of purple smoke-like blooms. It grows 20-30 feet tall and wide, with fall foliage in shades of raspberry, orange, lemon, and lime. This tree attracts pollinators and provides wildlife shelter.
Cotinus coggygria 'Velvet Cloak'
Cotinus coggygria 'Velvet Cloak' is a deciduous shrub with dark purple foliage and mist-like smoky-purple flowers. It grows 8-12 feet tall and is drought-tolerant once established.
Rhus lanceolata
Rhus lanceolata, a deciduous shrub native to the United States, is celebrated for its fiery fall color and compound leaves with a wing between leaflets. It provides dense cover for birds and wildlife and is drought-tolerant once established. This shrub thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade.
Rhus aromatica 'Rocky Mountain'
Rhus aromatica 'Rocky Mountain' is a hardy plant that thrives in harsh environments, forming thickets with palm-like leaves. It requires little water once established and displays a blazing fire red color in fall, providing a beneficial habitat for wildlife.
Operculicarya decaryi
Operculicarya decaryi, also known as the Elephant Tree, is a thick-stemmed succulent native to Madagascar. It is often grown as a bonsai and produces small red flowers in winter. This plant is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun, making it a resilient choice for indoor and outdoor cultivation.
Rhus aromatica
Rhus aromatica is a fragrant shrub with three-lobed, glossy blue-green leaves. It displays vibrant autumn colors and is drought-tolerant, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens.
Mangifera indica 'Haden'
Mangifera indica 'Haden' is a sub-tropical fruit tree known for its bright red-blushed, apricot-yellow skin and juicy, sweet pulp. It produces clusters of small white to pink blooms in spring and requires a frost-free climate. This drought-tolerant tree benefits from regular fertilization and can be pruned to maintain a desired size.
Rhus typhina 'Laciniata'
Rhus typhina 'Laciniata' is a native shrub known for its finely dissected leaves and twisting branches. It grows up to 18 feet high and 12-15 feet wide, with green foliage that turns orange and red in fall. This xeric, deciduous shrub is drought-tolerant once established and produces bright red fruit in autumn.
Cotinus coggygria 'Dusky Maiden'
Cotinus coggygria 'Dusky Maiden' is a compact, densely branched plant with red-violet foliage that deepens with sun exposure. It features dramatic airy plumes of purple blooms and is drought-tolerant once established. This plant is known for its astounding fall color and fast growth rate.
Pistacia chinensis 'Keith Davey'
Pistacia chinensis 'Keith Davey' is a non-fruiting male tree known for its vivid fall color and uniform growth. It is drought-tolerant once established and adapts well to various soil conditions, making it ideal for urban environments. This tree is virtually disease and pest-free, requiring little pruning, and is recommended for firescaping.
Rhus glabra
Rhus glabra, commonly known as smooth sumac, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the contiguous United States. It is known for its brilliant fall color and red berries that attract butterflies and songbirds. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in dry, well-drained soils and full sun, making it useful for soil conservation and erosion control.
Cotinus coggygria 'Golden Spirit'
Cotinus coggygria 'Golden Spirit' is a vibrant shrub with bright golden yellow leaves that transform into coral and red in the fall. It grows up to 8 feet tall and 6 feet wide, producing smoky flower panicles in mid-summer. This plant prefers moist soil to prevent leaf scorch and adds year-round interest to gardens.
Rhus typhina
Rhus typhina, also known as staghorn sumac, is a large spreading shrub native to the United States. It features vibrant fall colors and bright red fruit clusters on female plants. This plant is drought-tolerant, adapts to poor soils, and is ideal for erosion control.
Cotinus coggygria 'Ncco1'
Cotinus coggygria 'Ncco1' is a dwarf deciduous shrub with plum purple spring leaves that turn deep almost-black in summer. It produces fluffy panicles of tiny blooms and displays vibrant fall foliage, thriving in full sun.
Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'
Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple' is a deciduous shrub known for its burgundy red leaves and airy, pinky-purple panicles that bloom from mid-summer to frost. It can grow up to 15 feet tall and prefers full sun to achieve its rich maroon foliage. This drought-tolerant plant can be pruned into a multi-stemmed tree form.
Mangifera indica 'Keitt'
Mangifera indica 'Keitt' is a mango variety known for its extremely large fruit, which can weigh up to 5 pounds. The fruit has bright yellowish-orange flesh with a mellow mango flavor and a hint of lemon. Introduced in 1946 in Florida, it is suitable for freezing and various culinary uses. The tree is slower growing and can be maintained under 10 feet with pruning. It requires full sun, good air movement, and perfect drainage to thrive.
Cotinus coggygria 'Ancot'
Cotinus coggygria 'Ancot' is a deciduous shrub with chartreuse foliage that turns coral and orange in fall. It produces smokey white blossoms in summer and has a dense, multi-branched form, growing 8-10 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and is deer resistant.