Albizia julibrissin Chocolate Fountain® PP25813

Scientific Name: Albizia julibrissin 'NCAJ1'

Also Known As

Albizia julibrissin 'Chocolate Fountain'
Albizia julibrissin Chocolate Fountain ™
Chocolate Fountain® Albizia

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 12'-15'

planting zones

6a-10b

Albizia julibrissin Chocolate Fountain® PP25813 plant details

Albizia julibrissin Chocolate Fountain® PP25813 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with burgundy and purple foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 Chocolate Fountain® PP25813

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and purple
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Albizia julibrissin Chocolate Fountain® PP25813

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly 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

A stunning focal point for gardens of any size; gorgeous ferny-foliage that is a rich dark-purple burgundy on a small weeping tree, eventually reaching 15-20' across in the garden, it can be kept smaller in a container; its soft fuzzy pink flowers in summer only add to the beauty of this wonderful tree; from North Carolina this charmer can withstand heat and humidity. S/M

By: Forestfarm

This silk tree has deep purple divided leaves all summer. This new cultivar is a moderate sized weeping form. The foliage appears late in the spring (May) to the point gardeners think the plant is gone.

By: Gossler Farms

A stunning deciduous small tree, grown for its weeping form and striking chocolate colored fern like foliage. Pink flower puffs appear in summer adding to this plant's exotic appeal. Fast growing, but plants can get winter dieback in the colder zones. Where plants are not reliably hardy, it can be grown as a striking container specimen, and wintered over in a garage or barn once it becomes dormant. This small tree or large shrub can grow to 15-25' tall and wide in open ground, but can be pruned hard to work in smaller spaces. Average water needs. Shipping 24-30" plants in trade gallons.

By: Avant Gardens

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How to Grow Albizia julibrissin Chocolate Fountain® PP25813

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