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Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree
Albizia julibrissin 'NCAJ1' PP #25,813
Pronunciation: al-BIZ-ee-uh ju-lee-BRI-sin
SKU #01392
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established water during dry spells.
SIZE:
Grows 15 to 20 ft. tall, 12 to 15 ft. wide; grows smaller in containers.
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| Description | The first and only of its kind! Dramatic, deep purple, fern-like foliage graces the pendulous, weeping habit, enhanced by delicate pink flowers in summer. An elegant accent for smaller spaces or containers. This small tree doesn't mind the heat and is tough, trouble-free and drought resistant in the landscape. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Weeping |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Container, Poolside |
| Design Ideas | Use this dwarf weeping tree with unique foliage color to accent smaller landscapes in warm climates. Plant along driveways and parking strips to create shade and a cooling effect. Silk tree is an historically correct tree for front or back lawns of Victorian homes. A beautiful accent to Spanish architecture, ranches and Santa Fe designed homes. Equally suited to shading tropical gardens filled with understory exotics. |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Companion Plants | California Lilac (Ceanothus); Rose (Rosa); Coneflower (Echinacea); Russian Sage (Perovskia); False Cypress (Chamaecyparis) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established in the landscape, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate, periodic drought, particularly in coastal regions. In containers, continue to water regularly. Feed in early spring. |
| History | Developed by North Carolina State University, introduced in 2015. |
Details
| Description | The first and only of its kind! Dramatic, deep purple, fern-like foliage graces the pendulous, weeping habit, enhanced by delicate pink flowers in summer. An elegant accent for smaller spaces or containers. This small tree doesn't mind the heat and is tough, trouble-free and drought resistant in the landscape. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Weeping |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Poolside |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Use this dwarf weeping tree with unique foliage color to accent smaller landscapes in warm climates. Plant along driveways and parking strips to create shade and a cooling effect. Silk tree is an historically correct tree for front or back lawns of Victorian homes. A beautiful accent to Spanish architecture, ranches and Santa Fe designed homes. Equally suited to shading tropical gardens filled with understory exotics. |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Companion Plants | California Lilac (Ceanothus); Rose (Rosa); Coneflower (Echinacea); Russian Sage (Perovskia); False Cypress (Chamaecyparis) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established in the landscape, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate, periodic drought, particularly in coastal regions. In containers, continue to water regularly. Feed in early spring. |
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History
| History | Developed by North Carolina State University, introduced in 2015. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree produce flowers?
Summer
Is Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree evergreen or deciduous?
Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree?
Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form.
Is Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree grow?
Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree?
Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree grows in an Weeping habit.
Where can I use Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree in my landscape?
Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree is suitable for: Container, Poolside.
How can I use Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree in my garden design?
Use this dwarf weeping tree with unique foliage color to accent smaller landscapes in warm climates. Plant along driveways and parking strips to create shade and a cooling effect. Silk tree is an historically correct tree for front or back lawns of Victorian homes. A beautiful accent to Spanish architecture, ranches and Santa Fe designed homes. Equally suited to shading tropical gardens filled with understory exotics.
What color are Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree flowers?
Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree?
Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree has Purple foliage.
What plants grow well with Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree?
Good companion plants for Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree include: California Lilac (Ceanothus); Rose (Rosa); Coneflower (Echinacea); Russian Sage (Perovskia); False Cypress (Chamaecyparis).
How do I care for Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree?
Grows easily in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established in the landscape, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate, periodic drought, particularly in coastal regions. In containers, continue to water regularly. Feed in early spring.
What is the history of Chocolate Fountain™ Mimosa Tree?
Developed by North Carolina State University, introduced in 2015.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.