Albizia julibrissin

This fast-growing, deciduous tree has a low
branching, open, spreading habit and delicate, lacy,
almost fern-like foliage. Fragrant, silky, pink
puffy pompom blooms, two inches in diameter, appear
in abundance from late April to early July creating a
spectacular sight. But the tree produces numerous
seed pods and harbors insect (webworm) and disease
(vascular wilt) problems. Although rather short-lived
(10 to 20 years), Mimosa is popular for use as a
terrace or patio tree for its light, dappled shade and
tropical effect. Its deciduous nature allows the
warming sun to penetrate during the winter. There are
too many other high-quality trees in this cruel world to
warrant planting this tree.