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ALBIZIA julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate'

Commonly known as Persian acacia, Pink siris

Leaves have a distinct and attractive dark coppery hue. This is sure to become a popular new introduction
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    2-pinnate, mimosa-like leaves 30-45cm (12-18in) long. Flowers in terminal clusters 7-15cm (3-6in) wide.
  • Height
    6m (20ft)
  • Spread
    4-6m (12-20ft)
  • Tree
    Umbrella-shaped small tree.
  • Hardy - average winter
    Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
  • Full sun

ALBIZIA julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate'

 
Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
Small £25.00 each 
Delivery Information Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC
plant size comparison icon 2 Litre
Click to see photo
Specimen £105.00  
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
Courier Only due to the size of this plant.
Due to limitations imposed by couriers, taller items
might have to pruned to reduce height prior to dispatch.
plant size comparison icon 10 to 15 Litre
Click to see photo

 

  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Red spider mite, whitefly - more usually under glass - vascular wilt outside.
    Place of origin
    Iran to Japan.
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf form
    Bipinnate
    		(see photos above)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
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Albizia julibrissin - Care Guide
Trees - Care Guide
6m (20ft)
 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  4-6m (12-20ft)
  

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