Albizia distachya
Plume Albizia
Description
This large shrub or small tree produces sulphur-yellow, bottlebrush- like flowers in spring that are accented by beautiful fern-like leaves. It works great in a very sheltered site or conservatory. Often self-seeds.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Patio
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.