Chocolate Fountain is an unusual weeping Mimosa with a lovely fountain form. Introduced by North Carolina State University, this petite tree looks soft and graceful in the landscape. Chocolate fountain features stunning, deep burgundy foliage and showy summer blooms each year in the summertime.
Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to light shade. Best flowering occurs in full sun. Prefers rich, light soils. Tolerates a wide range of soils, however, including poor ones. Tolerates alkaline conditions. Tolerates drought, but best growth occurs with regular watering. Thrives in high summer heat.
| Common Name | Chocolate Fountain Weeping Mimosa |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Albizia julibrissin 'NCAJI' |
| Container/Amount | 3 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Part-shade, Part-sun, Sun |
| Height | 15 to 20' |
| Width | 15 ft. |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Blooming Period | Summer |
| Flower Color | pink and white |
| Fragrance | Yes |
| Foliage Color | burgundy |
| Deer Resistant | No |
