Albizia julibrissin Summer Chocolate® is an extraordinary variety of the Persian Silk Tree, celebrated for its bold, deep purple-bronze foliage and fluffy pink summer flowers. The rich contrast between its dark fern-like leaves and candyfloss blooms makes it one of the most striking ornamental trees for UK gardens. With its light, airy canopy and tropical aesthetic, Summer Chocolate® brings exotic flair to sunny patios, sheltered borders, and modern garden designs.
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Key Features
Chocolate-Bronze Foliage – Unique, deep purple leaves hold colour all season
Pink Powder-Puff Flowers – Feathered blossoms appear in mid to late summer
Graceful, Spreading Form – Airy canopy casts dappled shade in sunny borders
Striking Colour Contrast – Boldly stands out among green and silver planting
Exotic Appeal – Ideal for Mediterranean or contemporary garden styles
Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies with long-lasting blooms
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Albizia julibrissin ‘Summer Chocolate®' | Silk Tree
Specification Details Botanical Name: Albizia julibrissin Summer Chocolate® Common Names: Silk Tree, Persian Silk Tree, Chocolate Mimosa Family: Fabaceae Origin: Cultivar bred from species native to Asia; Summer Chocolate® developed in Japan 🔗 Discover the Top Ornamental Trees
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