Albizia julibrissin 'Shidare' - 150-175 CM FTH. WHIP C10

Description
The Silk tree 'Shidare' (Albizia julibrissin) is a roundish large shrub or small tree that produces pink-coloured flowers with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from June to August. The Silk tree 'Shidare' also has pinnate, medium green leaves. In a sunny, wind-protected location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 8 metres and is around 8 metres wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Acacia nemu.

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

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Silk tree 'Shidare' are medium green, pinnate. Silk tree 'Shidare' is bright yellow-green in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Silk tree 'Shidare' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Silk tree 'Shidare' is a large shrub or small tree with a rounded habit. It usually reaches a height of 6 - 8 m and is approx. 6 - 8 m wide.

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
Normal soil.

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

Tasks
- Fertilise: 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. They are pleasantly fragrant.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub