Persian Silk Tree: Graceful Blooms, Airy Texture & Summertime Elegance
The Persian Silk Tree often called the Mimosa Tree, is one of the most enchanting ornamental trees for warm landscapes. Its soft, fern-like leaves, fragrant pink pom-pom blooms, and umbrella-shaped canopy create a dreamy, tropical-like presence that transforms any yard into a relaxing retreat. Since 1959, TN Nursery has supplied hardy, field-grown Persian Silk Trees to homeowners, landscapers, and commercial projects across the country. Our plants have been trusted by Arlington National Cemetery, the Washington Monument, and production teams from The Discovery Channel and The History Channel-clear proof of our horticultural credibility and longstanding expertise.
The Beauty and Appeal of the Persian Silk Tree
The airy, light foliage and silken pink flowers in summer make the Persian Silk Tree an attention-getter. The lightweight blooms draw hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators so it's a good choice for wildlife gardens. A broad, spreading canopy provides a gentle, dappled shade, making this tree ideal for patios, sitting areas and garden paths. The graceful, twisting branches make a handsome, sculptural statement in winter, too.
TN Nursery's Expertise in Growing High-Quality Silk Trees
TN Nursery grows Persian Silk Trees outdoors in real soil and weather conditions, not in greenhouses, so they develop natural strength and adaptability. We ship these trees in dormant bare-root form, which allows for faster establishment, deep rooting, and a higher survival rate. For more than six decades, our grower-direct method has ensured customers receive vigorous, reliable Silk Trees ready to bring beauty and charm to their landscape.
Why Plant a Persian Silk Tree?
Considered to be both graceful and tough, Persian Silk Trees handle heat, summer dry spells, and most soil conditions with ease without sacrificing their signature feathery appearance. Their quick growth habit is also attractive for both new developments or any space that needs to be shaded fast. Blooming in mid-to-late summer when many other flowering trees are not, they add a pop of color and fragrance where it might be lacking in your yard. Plant one as a specimen tree or several for dappled shade, Silk Trees always enhance the aesthetics of a space.
Q&A for Persian Silk Trees
Do Persian Silk Trees grow fast?
Yes. Silk Trees are known for fast growth, often establishing quickly and developing their umbrella-shaped canopy within a few years.
Are Persian Silk Trees drought tolerant?
They are naturally heat- and drought-tolerant once established, making them ideal for warm, dry regions.
Where should I plant a Persian Silk Tree?
Choose full sun to partial sun and well-drained soil. They perform beautifully in open yards, near patios, or as specimen trees.
Do Persian Silk Trees attract pollinators?
Absolutely. Their fragrant, silky blooms are highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
When is the best time to plant a Silk Tree?
Spring and fall offer ideal temperatures for planting dormant bare-root Silk Trees from TN Nursery.