{"product_id":"california-pepper-tree","title":"California Pepper Tree: Iconic Weeping Canopy with Rustic Charm","description":"\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.shopify-table {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n.shopify-table th,\n.shopify-table td {\n  border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n  padding: 8px;\n  text-align: left;\n}\n.shopify-table th {\n  background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🌳 \u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Pepper Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.9em; font-weight:400;\"\u003eGraceful Evergreen Shade Tree with Weeping Form\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Pepper Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fast‑growing evergreen shade tree prized for its elegant, weeping branches, fine fern‑like foliage, and exceptional drought tolerance. Its airy canopy provides light, dappled shade, while the softly cascading form adds movement and a relaxed Mediterranean character to the landscape. Over time, the tree develops a broad, sculptural presence that works beautifully in open spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWell suited to \n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/water-wise-plants\"\u003ewater‑wise landscapes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Pepper Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e thrives in hot, dry climates with minimal supplemental irrigation once established. Its resilience, rapid growth, and distinctive silhouette make it a popular choice for parks, estates, and large residential properties where space allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Characteristics of California Pepper Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCalifornia Pepper Tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEvergreen shade tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFine, feathery green leaves with soft texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSmall, pale blooms in summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDecorative clusters of pink to red berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrought tolerant, fast growing, graceful weeping habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMature Size and Form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–40 ft\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–40 ft\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Pepper Tree develops a wide, spreading canopy with arching branches that may drape toward the ground. The trunk often becomes twisted and sculptural with age, enhancing its ornamental appeal. Allow generous space for its mature size and natural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 8–11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerforms best in warm, arid, and Mediterranean‑style climates with full sun and excellent drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCultivation and Care for California Pepper Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eAspect\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFull sun for optimal growth and canopy shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWell‑drained soil; adaptable to sandy and poor soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVery low once established; avoid overwatering\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGenerally not required\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOccasional thinning or clearance pruning as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Use and Benefits of California Pepper Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• Dramatic specimen shade tree for large landscapes\u003cbr\u003e\n• Ideal for Mediterranean, desert, and \n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/water-wise-plants\"\u003ewater‑wise gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n• Provides filtered shade without blocking airflow\u003cbr\u003e\n• Graceful weeping form adds movement and texture\u003cbr\u003e\n• A classic selection within curated \n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/trees\"\u003eornamental tree collections\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWildlife Attraction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers and berries attract birds and beneficial insects, adding seasonal interest and ecological value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePest and Disease Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Pepper Tree is generally hardy when planted correctly. Potential considerations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• Shallow roots that may lift paving if planted too close\u003cbr\u003e\n• Leaf litter that can inhibit understory planting\u003cbr\u003e\n• Sensitivity to poor drainage or excessive irrigation\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in open areas with good drainage and minimal irrigation for best long‑term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Bonte Farm","offers":[{"title":"5-gal","offer_id":46530010644715,"sku":"BPT5","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/2483\/8123\/files\/DSC05182peppercorntree.jpg?v=1770325966","url":"https:\/\/bontefarm.com\/fr\/products\/california-pepper-tree","provider":"Bonte Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}