Silktree Mimosa

Beautiful Non-Native tree. 
== AKA ==
Persian Silktree, Mimosa
== Description ==
Usually a multi trunked tree, it can top heights up to 30' with proper care and conditions. Silktree is the last tree to leaf out in June. Shortly after in July, these trees give off these beautiful pink puffy flowers. There are hundreds of flowers on a mature tree. Flowering will persist until September when they will be replaced by long green flat pods. These pods hold the seeds, that disperse in December or January. 
Silktree is Non-native to North America and deemed an Invasive Species in the South. They are not typically Invasive in CT, but you will get a lot of seedling trees if you don't mow or pull them. Most of them die within their first or 2nd year anyway. These trees do great in Full Sun, but also seem to do good in Partial Shade. Weak branches break easily and branch dieback has also been a common problem with them around here. They are popular because of their flowers and tropical looking foliage that resembles something you'd see in Florida. Despite this, they are hardy to zone 5. They have been known to be able to invade uncontrolled areas such as abandoned buildings or fields. 
== Attributes ==
2-3' per year in IDEAL spots. 1-2' in others. 
30' in height is common. Larger specimens may even reach 50' 
- Weak wood.
- Invasive
- Legume.
- Native to Asia.
Category:Trees and Shrubs
Category:Nature