Persian Silk Tree
Albizia julibrissin
Also listed as Acacia julibrissin, Feuilleea julibrissin
Also known as Silk Tree, Pink Silk Tree, Mimosa
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A deciduous tree with delicate, fern-like foliage and showy pink flowers that fold at night. Extremely fast-growing and drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for hot, dry climates.
Why grow it
Persian silk tree offers rapid establishment and drought tolerance suitable for hot, dry regions where slower-growing shade trees might struggle. Its fine-textured foliage and distinctive pink flowers provide ornamental interest uncommon in drought-adapted deciduous trees. However, gardeners in moderate climates should note that it leafs out late in spring and drops leaves early in fall, limiting its seasonal presence compared to native alternatives.
Watch out for
The tree produces numerous self-sown seedlings in favorable conditions, requiring vigilance if spread beyond the planting site is undesirable. Shallow, aggressive roots can damage nearby hardscape and compete vigorously with understory plantings, so site placement away from infrastructure and other perennials is advisable.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Fabaceae
Native Range
Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A deciduous tree with delicate, fern-like foliage and showy pink flowers that fold at night. Extremely fast-growing and drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for hot, dry climates.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Persian Silk Tree grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Persian silk tree offers rapid establishment and drought tolerance suitable for hot, dry regions where slower-growing shade trees might struggle. Its fine-textured foliage and distinctive pink flowers provide ornamental interest uncommon in drought-adapted deciduous trees. However, gardeners in moderate climates should note that it leafs out late in spring and drops leaves early in fall, limiting its seasonal presence compared to native alternatives.
Watch out for
The tree produces numerous self-sown seedlings in favorable conditions, requiring vigilance if spread beyond the planting site is undesirable. Shallow, aggressive roots can damage nearby hardscape and compete vigorously with understory plantings, so site placement away from infrastructure and other perennials is advisable.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Fabaceae
Native Range
Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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