Albizia julibrissin 'Ombrella' - 20-30 CM C3

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Acacia nemu, Albizia julibrissin 'Boubri'.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * attractive yellow-green autumn colouring * tolerates pruning

Leaves
Attractive yellow-green autumn colouring.

Bark
Grey bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Silk tree 'Ombrella' is umbrella-shaped in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
Pruning, ideally from February to the beginning of March, is advisable for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Fertilising: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to October - Pruning: From February to the beginning of March - Sowing in trays or seed boxes: In the period from February to July.

Care
- Pruning wounds, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant. - Cut back boldly in spring so that the plant grows compactly.

Flower
The pink-coloured flowers appear from July to August. They are pleasantly scented.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, rock garden, park

Root
Albizia julibrissin 'Ombrella' is a heartroot.