Significant signs of deficiency are the spoonful of calcium in the leaves pistachio shell along the leaves and the thinning of the clusters. Sunburn and decreased fruit smile are related to potassium deficiency. Potash makes the plant resistant to any water-drought stress and environmental stresses. The highest deficiency in pistachio trees is related to nitrogen. Yellowing of old and purple leaves at the margins of leaves and falling leaves and fruits are symptoms of nitrogen deficiency.
Most of the soils of Khorasan are calcareous texture with high pH. The pH of most orchards in Khorasan is between 8 and 9 due to calcareous soils and drought, which is a danger. Reddening of annual branches and leaf fall and drying are signs of salinity. Excessive use of one element reduces the absorption of other elements in the soil.
Excess magnesium in the soil prevents the absorption of iron, potash and calcium. One of the destructive effects of salinity is plant thirst and reduced movement of nutrients in the soil. Soil-soluble salts include chlorine, sodium, bicarbonate, sulfate, and magnesium.