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Shame Tree

  Mimosa scabrella   A small tree with small delicate leaves that mimosa trees are noted for. Charming little flowers bloom in little purple puffs.  Sow seed in standard potting mix at 64-75°F.  Grow in full light and shade form the hot sun.  Water moderately and feed once a month. Min 55° F    Item # rsd - 72  

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Item Name: Shame Tree 10 Seed Pack
Item Number: rsd - 72
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Fun Facts:

  • In the early 1900s steam locomotives in Brazil ran on wood grown from plantations of Mimosa scabrella
  •  Commonly known as "Bracatinga" in its native lands
  • Throughout the year it sheds large amounts of nitrogen-rich leaves that decompose rapidly and form superb humus
  • This is a fast growing evergreen tree
  • Found to be extremely cold-hardy surviving outdoors even in northern parts of England
  • Makes an excellent plant for collectors of plants for the home or greenhouse environment
  • Grown for the beautiful leaf shape and color
  • Makes an excellent specimen for Bonsai Culture
  • Another fun plant from seeds of the Rainforest 

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