{"product_id":"silketrae-albizia-julibrissin-fro-10-stk","title":"Silk tree (Albizia julibrissin) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePARTIALLY HARDY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silketræ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silk tree, mimosa tree, Persian silk tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"730\" data-start=\"385\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"406\" data-start=\"385\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e is an elegant and light-structured deciduous tree, known for its fine, bipinnate leaves and its silky, powder-puff flowers in shades of pink. The species originates from Asia, spanning from Iran and the Caucasus through Central Asia to China, and has become popular in warm and temperate regions worldwide as a highly decorative ornamental tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1119\" data-start=\"732\"\u003eThe tree has a wide, slightly umbrella-shaped growth habit and an almost tropical appearance, even though it can be grown in more temperate climates. The leaves often fold up at night or in cool weather, giving the plant a lively and distinctive character. In the summer, the characteristic silk-thread-like flowers are produced, which are not only beautiful but also very attractive to bees and other pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1119\" data-start=\"732\"\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1212\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1168\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1232\" data-start=\"1216\"\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1266\" data-start=\"1235\"\u003ea sheltered and protected location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1312\" data-start=\"1269\"\u003emoderate watering, especially while the plant is young\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1607\" data-start=\"1314\"\u003eThe species is relatively drought-tolerant once established and prefers warmth and good drainage over heavy, wet winter soil. In Denmark, it can be grown in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1500\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003every sheltered spots\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially in mild regions and protected gardens, but young plants are more sensitive to frost than older specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1751\" data-start=\"1609\"\u003eMany choose to grow the silk tree as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1644\"\u003epotted plant for the first few years\u003c\/strong\u003e so it can be overwintered in a protected area until the plant is larger and more robust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1751\" data-start=\"1609\"\u003eGrowing from seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1917\" data-start=\"1779\"\u003eSeeds of \u003cem data-end=\"1807\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e are usually relatively easy to germinate when pre-treated correctly. For best results, we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1980\" data-start=\"1921\"\u003esoaking in warm or lukewarm water for \u003cstrong data-end=\"1978\" data-start=\"1963\"\u003e12–24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2026\" data-start=\"1983\"\u003esowing in a light and well-drained soil mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2057\" data-start=\"2029\"\u003ea temperature of 20–25 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2100\" data-start=\"2060\"\u003ekeeping the soil slightly moist, but not wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2318\" data-start=\"2102\"\u003eGermination often occurs within 1–4 weeks, but can take longer. Young plants usually grow well in warm and bright conditions and develop their fine, pinnate leaves early on. Young seedlings should be protected from hard frost during the first few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2318\" data-start=\"2102\"\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2569\" data-start=\"2351\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2372\" data-start=\"2351\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily grown as an \u003cstrong data-end=\"2403\" data-start=\"2392\"\u003eornamental tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, valued for its light, exotic foliage and decorative flowers. It is a plant that adds an almost Mediterranean feel to the garden or container collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2845\" data-start=\"2571\"\u003eFor collectors and plant enthusiasts, the silk tree is particularly interesting because it combines a tropical appearance with the possibility of cultivation in mild parts of Denmark. Growing from seed allows you to follow the plant's development from a tiny seedling into a distinctive small tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2845\" data-start=\"2571\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2873\" data-start=\"2852\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow an elegant and exotic ornamental tree entirely from seed – an exciting species with light foliage, beautiful flowering, and great decorative value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2845\" data-start=\"2571\"\u003e- Also available in a pink variety \u003ca title='Pink Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin \"Rosea\") | seeds' href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/rosa-silketrae-albizia-julibrissin-rosea-fro-10-stk\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e \"Rosea\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719719211276,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Albiziajulibrissin.jpg?v=1773581330","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/silketrae-albizia-julibrissin-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}