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Albizia julibrissin Rosea (Silk Tree)

Albizia julibrissin Rosea (Silk Tree)

Name: Silk Tree - 45 litre container
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10600u
Price: 391.66 NZD
Availability: InStock

Persian Silk Tree, Silk Tree, Albizia julibrissin Silk Tree, Albizia Tree, Mimosa julibrissin, Mimosa Persian Silk Tree, Albizia julibrissin Rosea, Julibrissin Rosea, Albizia Rosea

Albizia julibrissin Rosea is a variety of the commonly known, Silk Tree, and is grown for its soft, fern like foliage and clusters of long lasting, fluffy, rose-red flowers in summer and extends until autumn. The foliage is mid-green and the sensitive leaflets close up when touched and at night. This tree grows with a vase shaped habit and produces a flattened, spreading crown as it reaches 6 m tall and 4 m wide. Albizia Rosea is commonly used as a specimen in medium to large sized gardens, as a back drop for smaller plants, in avenue plantings, or to provide shade around the barbecue and other living areas.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	6.00 m
Spread:	4.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Avenues, Living areas, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Persian Silk Tree, Silk Tree, Albizia julibrissin Silk Tree, Albizia Tree, Mimosa julibrissin, Mimosa Persian Silk Tree, Albizia julibrissin Rosea, Julibrissin Rosea, Albizia Rosea

Albizia julibrissin Rosea (Silk Tree) Details

Albizia julibrissin Rosea is a variety of the commonly known, Silk Tree, and is grown for its soft, fern like foliage and clusters of long lasting, fluffy, rose-red flowers. Flowering begins in summer and extends until autumn, literally transforming the tree during this time. The foliage is mid-green and the sensitive leaflets close up when touched and at night. As autumn progresses the leaves develop colourful, yellow tones before falling. This tree grows with a vase shaped habit and produces a flattened, spreading crown. It typically reaches 6 m tall and 4 m wide and performs best when grown on a well-drained, semi-sheltered site in full sun. It is tolerant of frost and cool climates. Albizia Rosea is commonly used as a specimen in medium to large sized gardens, as a back drop for smaller plants, in avenue plantings, or to provide shade around the barbecue and other living areas.