NORTH COUNTY’S
#1 TREE SERVICE

ISA Certified Arborists
Serving San Diego Since 1983

CarrotWood Tree Care & Trimming

North County San Diego Tree Care Experts

The Carrotwood (Cupaniopsis anacardioides) is a dense, evergreen tree commonly planted in Southern California for shade and screening. It adapts well to a variety of soil conditions and urban environments, making it a popular landscape choice. However, it produces heavy fruit and seedlings and can spread aggressively, requiring regular maintenance and, in some cases, removal to prevent unwanted growth.

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Water Needs

Low to moderate

Height

30-40 feet

Flowers

Spring | Small, inconspicuous flowers

Exposure

Full sun to partial shade

Canopy Width

30-40 feet

Fruit

Summer–fall | Orange capsules that split to reveal black seeds

Root Behavior

Moderate, spreading roots

Growth Rate

Moderate to fast

Pest & Disease

Generally low issues

Need help with your Carrotwood tree? We’re here to help.

760-745-7871 Free Estimate

Serving North County San Diego Since 1983

We work throughout North County, with experience with mature residential trees, HOA landscapes, and properties near structures, enabling us to provide pruning that improves safety while preserving the tree’s natural form.

ISA Certified Arborists
Paul Rider #WE-1087A & Luke Rider #WE-13812A

Serving Coastal & Inland North County San Diego Since 1983

We work throughout North County, including Encinitas, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, Poway, Rancho Penasquitos, and Rancho Bernardo. Our experience with mature residential trees, HOA landscapes, and properties near structures enables us to provide pruning that improves safety while preserving the tree’s natural form.

ISA Certified Arborists
Paul Rider #WE-1087A
Luke Rider #WE-13812A