Albizia adianthifolia | Flat-crown albizia for sale | Platkroon boom

Flat-crown albizia  (Platkroon) is a large, deciduous tree with a V-shaped branching structure, characteristic flat crown and striking white, pin cushion-like flowers. It is fast growing and has slightly aggressive roots. Its large, twice compound leaves provide good shade. Albizia adianthifolia is somewhat frost sensitive (temperature should not go below -0.5 degrees Celsius) and requires modest water.  

A few gardening ideas:

Flat-crown albizia is an easy grower, but can be a bit messy in late autumn when it sheds its (fine) leaflets.  The tree's striking form makes it an excellent choice for a large garden.  Albizia adianthfolia's  flowers will attract many insects and insect eating birds to the garden. We have no experience relating to planting this species in a large pot, but expect that it will not do well.

Value to honeybees: Nectar, N0-2;  Pollen, P2?;  Flowering months 7-12, (10-11).   (See  blog-post "The bee-value of South Africa's trees" for an explanation of codes)