The mimosa tree (Albizia julibrissin) is considered an invasive species in North America. When uncontrolled, this midsized ornamental tree can grow up to 50 feet tall, making it a threat to fall or ...

Pink mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) trees, also known as silk trees, are beautiful, drought-resistant, and delightful to observe. The leaves fold when touched at night or when exposed to extreme cold or ...

There are small trees with pink, puffy blooms dotting the county as mimosa trees have been glowing for a couple of weeks. Native to southern Asia, introduction of the tree to the United States has ...

Q: My spectacular mimosa was transplanted from my yard in Boston to my summer cottage on Cape Cod but died suddenly this summer after 20 years. The flowers, leaves and pods all suddenly dropped, and ...

DEAR NEIL: We have property near the Red River and would like to plant a mimosa tree. What side of the house should it go on? Dear Reader: That depends on many things. If you want it for shade, the ...

Q: Why is it that nurserymen don’t sell mimosa trees any longer? When I was a youngster my folks planted several and the butterflies loved them. They’re graceful, fast-growing trees that are very ...