Red silk tree seeds (Albizia julibrissin)

Number 20 seeds 8 SAR Common name: Red Albizia Scientific name: Albizia julibrissin Also known as: Silk Tree - Istanbul Acacia - Persian Silk Tree Deciduous tree from the Fabaceae family, exceeding 10 meters in height, with a wide spreading crown and large, opposite, feathery leaves that close at night and during rain. Tolerant of heat and drought, loves sunlight, slightly affected during frost periods. Characterized by its dense, fragrant flowers that bloom in spring and summer. • Red Albizia Tree Flower - Silk Flower: Star-shaped flowers with dense, soft pink stamens, with nectar-rich flowers attracting bees during spring and summer. • Seeds and Fruit of the Red Albizia Tree - Silk Flower: Produces pods ranging from 10-20 cm in length, containing a group of flat, oval seeds. • Growing season for the Red Albizia Tree - Silk Flower: Grown outdoors during mild weather in autumn and spring, and can be cultivated year-round in moderate regions and agricultural reserves. • Suitable climate and soil for the Red Albizia Tree - Silk Flower: Loves sunlight, tolerant of heat and moderate drought, affected by frost. Grown in fertile, well-drained soil. • How to cultivate the Red Albizia Tree - Silk Flower: Propagated by cuttings, also by seeds which are preferred to be soaked in warm water for one day before planting. Seeds are planted 1 cm deep in soil, and watered regularly until seedlings appear. • Its benefits and uses: Planted as an ornamental and shade tree, also cultivated for its fragrant flowers that bees pollinate. • Native habitat of the Red Albizia Tree - Silk Flower: South and East Asia.