{"product_id":"rosa-silketrae-albizia-julibrissin-rosea-fro-10-stk","title":"Persian Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin \"Rosea\") | 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 data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"287\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Rosea’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosa Silketræ, silketræ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink silk tree, Persian silk tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"802\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"445\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Rosea’ is a decorative variety of the standard \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/silketrae-albizia-julibrissin-fro-10-stk\" title=\"Silketræ (Albizia julibrissin) | frø\"\u003esilk tree (\u003cem\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/a\u003e, prized for its particularly fine \u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"563\"\u003epink to light pink silky flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e and its elegant, light growth habit. Like the common \u003cem data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e, it has beautiful, bipinnate leaves that give the plant an almost tropical appearance, but ‘Rosea’ often appears somewhat more delicate and romantic in its overall expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eThe tree is deciduous and develops a wide, airy, and slightly pendulous crown. The leaves often fold up in the evening or in cool weather, which gives the plant extra character. During the summer, the characteristic flowers with silk-thread-like stamens are formed, which attract bees and other pollinators and add an exotic touch to the garden or pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eCompared to the common \u003cem data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e, ‘Rosea’ is chosen especially for its more pronounced and decorative flower color and its extra light, elegant overall impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Rosea’ thrives best in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003ea sheltered and protected location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003emoderate watering, especially while the plant is young\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eThe species is relatively drought-tolerant once established, but it does not like heavy and wet winter soil. In Denmark, it can be grown in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003every sheltered planting sites\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially in mild regions and protected gardens, but young plants are more sensitive to frost than older plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eMany choose to grow the silk tree as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1861\"\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-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eCultivation from seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eSeeds of \u003cem data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Rosea’ 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-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003esoaking in warm or lukewarm water for 12–24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003esowing in a light and well-drained soil mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003ea temperature of 20–25 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003ekeeping the soil slightly moist, but not wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003eGermination often occurs within 1–4 weeks, but can take longer. The young plants usually grow well in warm and bright conditions and develop their fine, bipinnate leaves early on. Young seedlings should be protected from hard frost for the first few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Rosea’ is primarily grown as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003eornamental tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it is valued for its light, elegant foliage and beautiful pink flowers. It is a plant that provides an almost Mediterranean and exotic look to both the garden and the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"3012\"\u003eFor collectors and plant enthusiasts, ‘Rosea’ is an obvious choice if you want a more flower-focused variety of the silk tree. Growing from seed makes it possible to follow the plant's development right from the start and provides an exciting long-term project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"3012\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003eAlbizia julibrissin\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Rosea’ is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow an elegant and exotic ornamental tree entirely from seed – with light foliage, beautiful flowering, and great decorative value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719732908300,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Albiziajulibrissin_rosea.jpg?v=1773581927","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/rosa-silketrae-albizia-julibrissin-rosea-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}