Mimosa Seeds grow into fast-growing, deciduous trees with fern-like, bipinnate foliage and fluffy, fragrant, pink powder-puff flowers. They thrive in warm, frost-free climates with full sun and well-draining soil. Mimosa is ideal for garden beds, borders, parks, and landscape plantings, providing ornamental blooms, attractive foliage, and shade.
Features
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Deciduous, fast-growing tree growth habit
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Produces fern-like leaves and fluffy, pink, fragrant flowers
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, parks, and landscape plantings
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Thrives in full sun with well-draining soil
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Provides ornamental foliage, blooms, and shade
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Albizia julibrissin
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Common Name (US): Silk Tree
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Deciduous tree
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USDA Zones: 6-9
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Spring through summer
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 14-28 days, soak seeds before planting, keep soil moist and warm
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between watering
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Mature Plant Size: 20-40 feet tall, 20-40 feet spread
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Plant Spacing: 15-25 feet between plants