Ombrella® Albizia julibrissin 'Ombrella' is a compact example of this species, noted for its exotic feathered leaves and colourful candy floss pink blossom, which is on show throughout the summer.
As the name suggests, Ombrella will eventually grow into an attractive spreading tree with an umbrella-shaped canopy.
Ombrella albizia (silk) trees for sale 2-year pot-grown
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Pre-ordering You can pre-order now for delivery from early September 2021 for pot grown trees (or early December for bare-root). You do not need to pay at this stage - just add items to the basket and checkout as usual.How to grow Albizias are essentially a tropical species, but some varieties are suitable for temperate climates, and Ombrella is one of the most cold-hardy. Nevertheless as with all Albizias, it should be planted in a sheltered position, in full sun.
It is smaller than most Albizias, and should not get much larger than 3m or so in the longer term.
Albizias do best in well-drained soil, and need little or no feeding - just regular watering.
Pruning is not necessary, but if you wish you can prune after flowering.
The seed pods are poisonous.
Ombrella characteristics Gardening skill Average Attractive features Attractive flowers Attractive tree / plant Attractive foliage Growth habit Spreading Height after 10 years 2.5m-3.5m / 8ft-12ft Sunlight Prefers full sun Pruning Prune after flowering Growth rate Average Site conditions Sheltered site Occasional flooding Free-draining site Flower colour Pink Flowering month July August September Leaf colour Green Annual cycle Deciduous What will it look like? Illustrative example of a pot-grown tree of this variety as supplied.
Approximate girth: 6/8cm.
Trees should reach their mature height after about 10 or more years.
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