This is the second year my Mimosa Trees have bloomed. Last year was just a test, since I only saw one pink flower the whole summer. I have heard from people that Mimosa is a fast growing plant; mine however, don’t seem to be growing fast. I planted them from seed four years ago and I haven’t had issues with them or heard a single complain about them. And no, the seeds do not germinate everywhere as some might think (at least not here in the High Desert).
I have a huge backyard and I purposely planted multiple seeds in the same hole (in different areas). They are thriving, growing at the same pace and hopefully will provide much needed shade from the sun as they get bigger.
The puffy soft pink flowers smell wonderful and hummingbirds, butterflies, birds and bees all love mimosa trees. Their leaves are very sensitive and fold at the touch and for the night (it reminds me of the Tamarind plant, Guaiacum Coulteri, Acacia, Averrhoa Bilimbi and Popcorn Cassia, just to name a few). I have heard that the seedpods as well as the seeds within are poisonous at all times, causing seizures and even death.
Crab Spiders are indeed fascinating creatures. I found one devouring a bee.
It’s a lovely day today and we are having a great time in the garden.
Happy gardening!
By JM Perez
