Summer Chocolate Mimosa Tree
Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate' P.P.# 13,822
This fast growing, deciduous tree has a wide, umbrella shaped canopy with beautiful bronze-green, fern-like leaves appearing in late spring. The foliage color deepens to a rich chocolate burgundy color in summer. Scented clusters of pink, powderpuff blooms attract butterflies.
| Key feature: | Dramatic Foliage Color |
| Plant type: | Tree |
| Garden styles: | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Tropical |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Deciduous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 10 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | 20 ft. tall, 15 ft. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Flower attribute: | Showy Flowers |
| Special feature: | Easy Care |
| Flower color: | Pink |
| Blooms: | Late summer |
| Foliage color: | Burgundy |
| Item no.: | 0199 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer. Pruning time: pruning is generally not necessary.
This fast growing, deciduous tree has a wide, umbrella shaped canopy with beautiful bronze-green, fern-like leaves appearing in late spring. The foliage color deepens to a rich chocolate burgundy color in summer. Scented clusters of pink, powderpuff blooms attract butterflies.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer. Pruning time: pruning is generally not necessary.
| Key feature: | Dramatic Foliage Color |
| Plant type: | Tree |
| Garden styles: | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Tropical |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Deciduous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 10 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | 20 ft. tall, 15 ft. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Flower attribute: | Showy Flowers |
| Special feature: | Easy Care |
| Flower color: | Pink |
| Blooms: | Late summer |
| Foliage color: | Burgundy |
| Item no.: | 0199 |
