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Summer Chocolate Silk Tree

Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate'

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Overview

The Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') is a striking ornamental, boasting rich, deep burgundy to chocolate-hued foliage. This deciduous tree matures at about 20 feet tall and wide, thriving in zones 6-9. Perfect as a focal point, it offers a delicate, feathery canopy and fluffy, sweet-scented, pink blossoms in summer. Prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Drought-tolerant once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 7–11Type TreeClimate Subtropical
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — the Silk Tree boasts fluffy
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — These blossoms exude a subtleSummer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — and visually engaging pom-pom like flowers throughout the summer monthsSummer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — presents a stunning addition to any landscape design with its unique foliage andSummer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — commonly referred to as the Summer Chocolate Silk TreeSummer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — The Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') is a strikingSummer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — deep burgundy to chocolate-hued foliage+8

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Leguminosae
Climate
Subtropical

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Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — the Silk Tree boasts fluffy
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — These blossoms exude a subtle
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — and visually engaging pom-pom like flowers throughout the summer months
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — presents a stunning addition to any landscape design with its unique foliage and
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — commonly referred to as the Summer Chocolate Silk Tree
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — The Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') is a striking
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — deep burgundy to chocolate-hued foliage
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — typically reaching a height of 15 to 20 feet and a similar spread
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — This deciduous tree matures at about 20 feet tall and wide, thriving in zones 6-9
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — Prefers full sun and well-draining soil
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — which are highly attractive to beneficial pollinators
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — adding both ecological value and aesthetic appeal
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — This ornamental deciduous tree stands out with its rich
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — Drought-tolerant once established
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — feathery canopy and fluffy
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