Albizia julibrissin - Plug/Celgrown

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Acacia nemu.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * attractive yellow-green autumn colouring * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning * easy to care for

Leaves
Attractive yellow-green autumn colouring.

Growth habit
Silk tree is roundish in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Standard container plant 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 September - Pruning: In the period from February to March - Sowing in trays or seed boxes: 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 June to August. These are pleasantly scented.

Use
Ornamental shrub, tub, solitary plant