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Albizia julibrissin var. rosea

Also Known As

  • Albizia julibrissin 'Rosea'
  • Albizia julibrissin f rosea
  • Albizia julibrissin rosea
  • Mimosa Tree
  • Rosea Silk Tree
  • Silk Tree

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-30'
  • W: 15'-40'

planting zones

  • 6a-11

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Albizia julibrissin var. rosea plant details

Albizia julibrissin var. rosea is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, pollution tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Albizia julibrissin var. rosea

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 40 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: floriferous, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Albizia julibrissin var. rosea

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, pollution and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Albizia julibrissin var. rosea plant

How to Grow Albizia julibrissin var. rosea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • pollution tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

See other plant types of Albizia for your garden

aka Mimosa, Silk Tree

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 20'-20'

Width: 15'-15'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate' PP13822 flower, foliage by A Tidewater Gardener
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aka Mimosa, Persian Silk Tree, Pink Siris, Silk Tree

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

6a-12

Size

Height: 20'-40'

Width: 20'-40'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Albizia julibrissin flower, foliage by Carl E Lewis
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Scientific Name: Albizia julibrissin 'Nurcar 10'

aka Merlot Majik™ Mimosa Tree, Merlot Majik™ Silk Tree

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

6b-10b

Size

Height: 15'-20'

Width: 20'-30'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Albizia julibrissin Merlot Majik™ PP21990 foliage by Forestfarm
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Scientific Name: Albizia julibrissin 'NCAJ1'

aka Albizia julibrissin 'Chocolate Fountain', Albizia julibrissin Chocolate Fountain ™, Chocolate Fountain® Albizia

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 15'-20'

Width: 12'-15'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Albizia julibrissin Chocolate Fountain® PP25813 foliage by Avant Gardens
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aka Fan Silk Mimosa

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

7a-11

Size

Height: 30'-40'

Width: 40'-50'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Albizia julibrissin 'Fan Silk' flower by Forestfarm
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