Pistachio Sirora (female)

Description

Presentation of the Pistachio Sirora

Discover the Sirora pistachio tree, a vigorous female variety native to Australia, ideal for producing quality pistachios. With its flowering in April and its often open fruits, Sirora is perfect for amateurs and professionals in pistachio cultivation.

Key features

• Botanical name : Pistacia vera ‘Sirora’
• Use : Pistachio production
• Adult height : 5-7 meters
• Wingspan : 4-5 meters
• Foliage : Deciduous, dark green
• Flowering : Early April
• Hardiness : Cold resistant to -15°C
• Exposure : Sun

Detailed Description

The pistachio Sirora is an open-pollinated variety of ‘Red Aleppo’ from Australia. It is renowned for its strong vigour and ability to produce medium to large fruits, with an excellent percentage of open pistachios, making them easier to harvest and eat. This variety is pollinated by male trees such as ‘Randy’ and ‘Peters’, ensuring good fruiting.

Planting and Maintenance

• Soil : Prefers well-drained soils, tolerates poor, calcareous soils.
• Planting : Ideal after frosts to prevent root damage. Plant near male trees for optimal pollination.
• Watering : Regular for the first three years, then spaced out once well established.
• Pruning : Light pruning in January-February to remove dead wood and maintain branching.

Growing Tips

For optimal production, plant the Sirora pistachio tree in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The tree requires regular irrigation at the beginning to establish itself and a supply of fertilizers rich in potash and magnesium to promote fruit production.

Use Benefits

The Sirora pistachio tree is prized for its robustness and ability to produce high-quality fruit. Its late flowering prevents damage caused by spring frosts, thus ensuring a bountiful harvest. Sirora pistachios are ideal for direct consumption or for culinary use.

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