Bring Exotic Beauty to Your Garden with the Mimosa Persian Silk Tree
The Mimosa Albizzia Persian Silk (Albizia julibrissin) is a breathtaking ornamental tree that transforms any garden into a tropical paradise. With its delicate, fern-like foliage and stunning pink powder-puff flowers, this fast-growing beauty creates an enchanting focal point that captivates from spring through autumn.
Unique Features
Spectacular Summer Blooms: Produces masses of fragrant, silky pink flowers from July to September that resemble exotic powder puffs
Elegant Foliage: Graceful, finely divided palmate leaves create a soft, feathery canopy that provides dappled shade
Wildlife Magnet: Irresistible to butterflies, bees, and hummingbird hawk-moths, bringing life and movement to your garden
Architectural Form: Develops a distinctive spreading, umbrella-like canopy that adds dramatic structure to any landscape
Surprisingly Hardy: Despite its exotic appearance, this tree tolerates UK conditions and can withstand temperatures down to -15°C once established
Fast Growing: Quickly reaches 4-6 metres, providing impact within just a few years
Perfect For
Feature planting in lawns, Mediterranean-style gardens, courtyard gardens, or as a stunning specimen tree. Its spreading habit makes it ideal for creating natural shade over patios and seating areas, while the delicate foliage casts beautiful dappled light.
Growing Conditions
Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Prefers a sheltered position protected from strong winds. Once established, this resilient tree is drought-tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. Best planted in spring to allow roots to establish before winter.
Note: Young plants benefit from winter protection in their first year. Mature trees are fully hardy in most UK locations.
The young plant we supply is about 12 inches tall in a 5 inch pot.
