Silktree (Mimosa)
Did you know?
Silktrees (Albizia julibrissin) are considered an invasive species in the southeastern United States.
Size
Up to 35 feet tall and wide
Flowers, Fruit, Foliage
Flowers are tropical-looking, pink, fragrant, and have a brush-like effect. They attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Pests & Diseases
Vascular wilt disease and webworms
Landscape Use
Accents, lawn trees, and container specimens in warm, humid climates
Care Practices
These trees require heat and full sunlight, and often do not survive in our climate. They are not cold hardy, but they can withstand drought, salinity, pollution, and windy conditions.
Native Range
From Iran to Central China, and Taiwan