Albizia julibrissin
Silk Tree, Mimosa
Description
This is a very graceful tree with a unique flat top which creates an interesting canopy effect. It has delightful, fluffy pink summer flowers and fern-like, tiny green leaves. No fall color-leaves stay green until killed by frost. It is a fast grower to 25-30' tall and wide when given adequate water. It enjoys high summer heat. Plant in full sun. Mature trees are drought and wind tolerant. It tolerates high pH and salinity. It is especially interesting when viewed from above, so it works well on down slopes.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Width Range
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Brown, Green
Fruit Season
Winter, Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Japanese, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Wind Break, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.