Schinus terebinthifolius
Light: Full sun to partial shade; young plants may benefit from afternoon shade during Phoenix summers.
Water: Moderate water in Phoenix. Water deeply, then let the upper soil dry; established plants tolerate some drought but need supplemental summer irrigation for a healthy canopy.
Soil: Adaptable to sandy, loamy, or alkaline soils; well-drained soil is preferred.
Mature size: Usually 20–30 feet tall and wide; potentially larger with ample water and mild winters.
Bloom: Primarily fall, sometimes with a smaller spring bloom; timing varies with local conditions.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen; freezing weather can cause leaf loss and branch dieback.
Growth rate: Fast with adequate warmth and irrigation.