Albizia (Silk tree, Mimosa)

Albizia julibrissin

Small ornamental tree with feathery foliage and pink powder-puff flowers across the canopy in midsummer. Fast growing but short lived.

Hardiness ratings

Albizia (Silk tree, Mimosa) hardiness across the four zone systems
SystemRatingTemperature rangeHow to read it
USDA hardiness zone Zone 6–10 −23.3 °C to 4.4 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone
RHS hardiness rating H6 −20 °C to −15 °C Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance
Canadian plant hardiness zone Zone 6–9 −18 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone
Australian (ANBG) zone Zone 2–6 −10 °C to 15 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone

Growing notes

  • Listed as invasive in much of the southeastern US — check local regulations
  • Susceptible to mimosa wilt (Fusarium) which limits lifespan in humid climates
  • Drought tolerant once established

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Reference

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