Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate' – Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate'

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Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate' – Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate'

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A broad tree with a conspicuously fan-shaped crown. Unlike the rest of the species, the large, bipinnate leaf is a deep purple colour. The leaf retains this intense colour throughout the summer. The delicate, bipinnate leaves and striking blossoms combine to make an outstanding overall appearance. The leaflets fold and close in the evening. The tree blossoms in July and August with dense heads of small flowers that cluster on long stalks. The soft pink stamens project about 3 cm above the flowers. Requires shelter in severe winters.

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Specifications
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Height
8 - 15 m
Crown
broad vase-shaped, umbel-shaped, half-open crown, capricious growing
Bark and branches
bark grey, twigs purplish brown
Leaf
bipinnate, deep purple, about 40 cm, feathered leaf
Flowers
soft pink, clustered in dense heads, July/August
Fruits
pods up to 15 cm long, flat with light brown seeds
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
tolerates drought
Soil moisture
suitable for dry soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
7b (-14,9 to -12,3 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
can withstand wind
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant)
Application
parks, cemeteries, large gardens, small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree
Clear stem tree clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving light-loving suitable for dry soil can withstand wind broad vase-shaped 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres half-open crown reddish brown pink July late sprout average growing Conspicuous bloom Feathered leaf valuable for bees (honey plant) non-toxic (usually) Capricious growing playground tree
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Frequently asked questions
Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate'

Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate' can eventually reach a height of 8 - 15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 8 - 15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Albizia julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate' blooms in july.
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