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ALBIZIA julibrissin 'Ombrella'
Commonly known as Persian acacia, Silk Tree
A newish variety with cherry-pink fragrant flowers and dark green ferny leaves. Flowers profusely at a young age. Grows to only 10-15 feet
Small
£25.00 each
Specimen
£105.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Pests & Diseases
Red spider mite, whiteflies - more usually under glass. Vascular wilt outside -
Place of origin
Iran to Japan -
Deciduous2-pinnate, mimosa-like leaves 30-45cm (12-18in) long with many small sickle-shaped leaflets.
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Fully hardy
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Bipinnate
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Height
3-5m (10-15ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubOr small tree with domed head when mature. Produces terminal clusters 7-15cm (3-6in) wide of spherical flower heads 3.5cm (1½in) across.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Full sun
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Mature Size3-5m (10-15ft)
3m (10ft)
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Albizia julibrissin - Care Guide
