Albizia julibrissin Merlot Majik™ PP21990

Scientific Name: Albizia julibrissin 'Nurcar 10'

Also Known As

Merlot Majik™ Mimosa Tree
Merlot Majik™ Silk Tree

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 20'-30'

planting zones

6b-10b

Albizia julibrissin Merlot Majik™ PP21990 plant details

Albizia julibrissin Merlot Majik™ PP21990 is a broadleaf deciduous tree with burgundy 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. 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 Merlot Majik™ PP21990

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: fall color, small tree, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Albizia julibrissin Merlot Majik™ PP21990

USDA Zones: 6b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, pollution and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fluffy pink summer Mimosa blooms stand out beautifully against lush dark-purple ferny foliage, this cultivar holds its gorgeous deep color, no turning green, this magic 20-30' spreading tree is sterile, heat tolerant and just perfect for southern gardens! (Dec)(z7) S/M/GDr

By: Forestfarm

An especially dark purple leaved form of Albizia, heat tolerant for southern gardens, with a wide spreading habit to 30' across and 20' tall, at maturity. Silky pink flowers appear in mid summer on established plants. Hardy in a protected spot in zone 6B, and always in zones 7-10. Shipping 28-36" tall plants in 1 gallon pots.

By: Avant Gardens

Green new growth ages to deepest burgundy of any Mimosa yet! Beautifully fragrant, pink, fluffy summertime flowers (think peacock's crest) on this tropicalesque, ferny, broad-canopied tree. 20' tall; can be wider than tall. Does not like wet feet but can use some water, especially in a hot summer.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Photo of Albizia julibrissin Merlot Majik™ PP21990 foliage by Forestfarm

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Gardening facts about Albizia julibrissin Merlot Majik™ PP21990 plant

How to Grow Albizia julibrissin Merlot Majik™ PP21990

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- pollution tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant