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(Mimosa borealis)
Fragrant Mimosa (Mimosa borealis)
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Photo by: samlutfy | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: samlutfy | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2021-04-14T17:55:13Z |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Mimosa borealis, commonly known as Fragrant Mimosa, is a deciduous shrub native to a variety of habitats including prairies, plains, grasslands, and rocky hillsides in regions from Oklahoma to Kansas, southeastern Colorado, through central and western Texas, and New Mexico to Mexico. This species typically grows to about 3 feet (90 cm) in height and is recognized for its fine-textured foliage and fragrant, pink, puffball-like flowers that bloom from spring to early summer. The flowers are quite showy and attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Fragrant Mimosa is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings. It is also used in erosion control due to its deep root system. In cultivation, it requires full sun exposure and prefers soils with medium to fast drainage, requiring only low amounts of water once established. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to mimosa webworm and should be monitored for infestations.CC BY-SA 4.0
Fragrant Mimosa is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings. It is also used in erosion control due to its deep root system. In cultivation, it requires full sun exposure and prefers soils with medium to fast drainage, requiring only low amounts of water once established. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to mimosa webworm and should be monitored for infestations.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 4-6 feet
- Width: 3-5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to prairies, plains, grasslands, and rocky hillsides
Other Names
Common Names: Pink Mimosa
Scientific Names: , Mimosa borealis, Mimosa fragrans,
GBIF Accepted Name: Mimosa borealis A.Gray