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

ALBIZIA julibrissin 'Ombrella'

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£20.00 each

Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

2 Litre

Available again from summer 2022 - Could be any time, June through to end August. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.

H/Std £80.00 each

Available again from summer 2022

10 to 15 Litre

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Deciduous
2-pinnate, mimosa-like leaves 30-45cm (12-18in) long with many small sickle-shaped leaflets.
Height
3-5m (10-15ft)
Spread
3m (10ft)
Tall Shrub
Or small tree with domed head when mature. Produces terminal clusters 7-15cm (3-6in) wide of spherical flower heads 3.5cm (1½in) across.
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
Additional Features
Pests & Diseases - red spider mite, whiteflies - more usually under glass. Vascular wilt outside
Place of origin
Iran to Japan
Hardiness
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Leaf form
Bipinnate see photos above
Pruning group
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.

RHS group 1
Seasonal Interest
Autumn
Summer
Soil Conditions
Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil