Albizia julibrissin

Mimosa, Mimosa Tree, Silk Tree, Persian Silk Tree

Family: Fabaceae Pea


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 6B - 9A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink
Bloom time Spring and Summer
Water needs Moist
Height 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m
Spread 25' to 35' / 7.60m to 10.60m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal, vase
Attributes and features Attracts birds, attractive foilage, invasive