Mimosas: how to grow them in the ground and in a pot

Plants should be placed in warm, sheltered locations. After harvesting the flowers, pruning is necessary.

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Symbol of the International Day of womensMimosa has numerous species: many have been identified throughout the world, most of which originally come from Australia and France. But the common mimosa tree is Acacia dealbata. It is easily recognized thanks to its beautiful yellow flowers that bloom in midwinter or early spring.

ORIGINS OF MIMOSA

Mimosa was introduced to Europe in the 800th century, but its origins are Australian, coming from Tasmania. It is an acacia (Acacia dealbata) characterized by magnificent yellow flowers., It blooms in March and can reach considerable heights, even 20 meters. Today, it is the quintessential symbol of March 8th.

HOW TO GROW MIMOSA

Ma How is mimosa grown? What are the ideal conditions for your flowers?

Let's start with the idea that these plants are suited to areas with a decidedly mild winter climate, such as citrus regions. They should always be grown in warm, sheltered locations, with a 50-60 cm hole.

Mimosa plants prefer deep, fertile, cool, and decidedly acidic soil. Plants should be spaced 4 to 6 meters apart.

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HOW TO GROW MIMOSA IN A POT

Mimosa is very well suited to being grown in pots, provided you pay close attention to certain care. First, prune after flowering, essentially during the summer. Second, replace the pot every two years with one of gradually larger dimensions. Third, during the winter, potted mimosas should be stored indoors, in a bright, frost-free location.

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WHEN SHOULD MIMOSA BE PLANTED?

Mimosa can be planted outdoors when temperatures are not too cold and the frosts have passed, as it particularly fears the cold and in any case does not tolerate temperatures below 5 degrees.

HOW LONG DOES A MIMOSA STAY IN FLOWERING?

The Acacia dealbata can flower as early as December and January, but the flowers usually appear towards the end of February or the beginning of March, and last until the end of March. The case of the Mimosa of the four seasons, that is, theAcacia retinoids, which can bloom several times a year. But it's not the common mimosa.

HOW MUCH DOES A MIMOSA BRANCH COST?

The cost of a bouquet of mimosas depends on its size and other characteristics, but generally ranges from 0,80 cents to a few euros, unless more complex floral arrangements are created using other flowers.

HOW MUCH DOES A MIMOSA TREE COST?

As for the cost of mimosa trees, this also varies depending on the size of the plant, but in general it ranges from 5-6 euros to 60 euros.

MIMOSA CAKE RECIPE

Soft, fragrant, delicious. Mimosa cake, with sponge cake and lemon zest, is truly a unique dessert. You can make it at home, without spending a fortune at the pastry shop, with this recipe. 

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