Mimosa tree (Albizia julibrissin)
Family: Fabaceae
Albizia is a diverse genus that is found throughout the subtropics and tropics. This species is the most cold tolerant of the genus, extending well into temperate regions where it adds an unusual, tropical flavor to the landscape. Although it is beautiful, it is invasive in many parts of the world including the middle-Atlantic and midwestern United States.
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Tags:
flowering tree, invasive, ornamental, sun, tree
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Cultivation: Medium-sized tree for USDA hardiness zones 6 to 9. Grows best in full sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 30' to 40' (9 m to 12 m) tall with a spread of 30' to 50' (9 m to 15 m).
Flowering: Blooms in mid-summer.
Propagation: seeds.
Size: Reaches 30' to 40' (9 m to 12 m) tall with a spread of 30' to 50' (9 m to 15 m).
Flowering: Blooms in mid-summer.
Propagation: seeds.