{"product_id":"california-pepper","title":"California Pepper Tree – Drought-Tolerant Ornamental Shade Tree for Southern California Landscapes","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSoCalPlant California Pepper Tree\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe California Pepper Tree (Schinus molle) is an evergreen shade tree with a 20 ft tall by 20 ft wide canopy and feathery, drought-tolerant foliage. Perfect as a shade tree or focal point in sun-drenched landscapes; blooms yellow and white from spring to summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCalifornia Pepper Tree (Schinus molle) — SoCalPlant\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe California Pepper Tree is an evergreen ornamental shade tree designed for sun-drenched Southern California landscapes. Grown by SoCalPlant, it offers airy, feathery foliage, warm-season blooms, and a scalable form that matures into a striking centerpiece for sunny yards.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/b\u003e: Schinus molle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/b\u003e: Moderate growth, developing a broad canopy over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLight requirements\u003c\/b\u003e: Partial to full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlooms\u003c\/b\u003e: Yellow and white flowers in spring through summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFoliage\u003c\/b\u003e: Evergreen, pinnate leaves with a light, airy silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMature size\u003c\/b\u003e: Approximately 20 ft tall and 20 ft wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eContainer\/installation\u003c\/b\u003e: Often offered in sturdy nursery containers for easy transport and transplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLandscape uses\u003c\/b\u003e: Ideal as a shade tree, architectural focal point, or natural screen in sunny spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe California Pepper Tree brings practical, natural beauty to outdoor spaces. Its evergreen canopy provides seasonal shade to cool patios and entrances, supporting comfort and energy efficiency in warm climates. Once established, it tends toward drought tolerance, reducing irrigation demands while adding year-round structure. The tree’s feathery foliage softens hardscape lines and creates a welcoming, layered look in Mediterranean, desert-inspired, or coastal-inspired landscapes. For buyers through SoCalPlant, you’re getting a trusted, regionally experienced partner with guidance on spacing, planting, and ongoing care to support healthy growth and lasting curb appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSchinus molle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis evergreen leaf tree has a moderate growth rate and will grow to its potential in partial to full sunlight exposure. In spring to summer, this tree blooms with yellow and white flowers. These trees have a maturing size of 20 ft. in height and 20 ft. in width. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SoCalPlant","offers":[{"title":"5G","offer_id":53480992735542,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15G(5-6-ft)","offer_id":53480992768310,"sku":null,"price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25G (7-8-ft)","offer_id":53480992801078,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/3426\/0278\/files\/CaliforniaPepper_f4c4f0c1-80ae-4625-a994-d6065621da02.jpg?v=1765758529","url":"https:\/\/www.socalplant.com\/products\/california-pepper","provider":"SoCalPlant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}