Sichuan Pepper Tree – Zanthoxylum simulans Live Plant, 3 Ft in 1 Gallon Pot (Hanyuan Da Hong Pao)

About This Plant

Sichuan Pepper Tree (Zanthoxylum simulans), also known as Szechuan Peppercorn or Hua Jiao, is a deciduous shrub/tree valued for its bold aroma, citrusy fragrance, and distinctive numbing spice. This premium Hanyuan Da Hong Pao variety is grown for culinary use and ornamental appeal, featuring glossy foliage and a unique branching structure.

What You Will Receive

1 live Sichuan Pepper tree (Zanthoxylum simulans) approximately 3 feet tall, shipped in a 1-gallon nursery pot. This is a healthy, established plant of the Hanyuan Da Hong Pao variety.

• Height: approximately 3 feet tall
• Shipped in a 1-gallon nursery pot
• Premium Hanyuan Da Hong Pao variety
• Healthy, established plant

Growing Information

• Common Name: Sichuan Pepper, Szechuan Peppercorn, Hua Jiao
• Botanical Name: Zanthoxylum simulans
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub/tree
• Growth Stage: Established plant
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; allow slight drying between watering
• Mature Height: 10–20 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• USDA Zones: 6–9
• Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tips

Plant in a sunny location for best peppercorn production. Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage branching. Harvest peppercorn husks when they split open for peak flavor.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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