The beautiful Acacia of Constantinople

The flowers of the acacia of Constantinople are pink

Among plant fans we can find those who are lovers of today's protagonist, the Albizia julibrissin, better known as Acacia of Constantinople. It really has nothing to do with Acacia, but its similarity to them makes them known by that name.

It is a beautiful tree ideal for all types of gardens. In the small ones it will look spectacular as an isolated specimen and in the larger gardens, they can be planted in rows, placing a specimen on both sides of a path, or wherever you like best.

Characteristics of the Acacia of Constantinople

The Albizia julibrissin is a deciduous tree

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The Acacia of Constantinople It is a tree native to the Asian continent. It can measure up to 12 meters, although it is rare that in cultivation it exceeds 6-7 meters. It has neither a very fast nor a very slow growth, rather its growth rate is medium.

In windy areas it needs to be subject to a tutor for at least one or two years, as the trunk can break easily, especially if the specimen is young. You can use a log of wood that you can bury near the young specimen Or use a not very thick metal rod grape. With a little rope it will be fine.

The Albizia likes to be located in full sun, although it can be adapted if you have sun in the morning and some shade in the afternoon and it is an ideal tree to give a little shade in summer. In winter however it will lose its leaves, but in spring it will sprout again since it is a deciduous tree.

The good news is that its glass is not pointed, but rather open. Which gives the tree a lot of width, providing plenty of ground where there will be shade.

In addition, its easy cultivation and maintenance allows you to have a tree obtained from seed, or buy it in a nursery. The difficulty with which this tree is planted is very low and does not require as much maintenance to make them grow

Starting with the bark of this great tree, It should be noted that its color is a dark gray tone, but the vast majority turn green at some point in their maturity. The older the plant, the number of vertical stripes that appear on its trunk will increase.

It is curious that this plant has very small leaves and still can provide excellent shade and cover a whole space and does not leaver pass the sun's rays. For this reason there is a tendency to believe that the leaves are large and / or wide, but this is not the case.

From the main trunk, increasingly thin branches are created. Some thick enough to be branches of good size and thickness, but others very thin and small that will give rise to the leaves.

And it is from here where the leaves take their place, being small clusters where smaller clusters that contain the leaves are detached. A single cluster of these can have up to 20 or more leaves, and from the main branch, a greater quantity can be derived.

This plant blooms towards spring and flowering can last until summer. They can even be seen until early fall. Su flowering changes as it grows, just as they can flower during the month of June, with time their flowering can and will occur during the month of September. To the point of covering three months from September.

The smell that the flower gives off Albizia julibrissin it is simply unique and pleasant, so whoever is under this plant while it is in its flowering phase, it will have a pleasant aroma for a while.

The fruit (the legume) will ripen in autumn, turning brown. It is then when we can collect the fruits to obtain new plants. Once at home, we will open the legume and remove the seeds that are inside.

Reproduction

The Albizia julibrissin is a tree with pink flowers

By seeds

Unfortunately, it is an intermediate growing plant, but the good thing is that generates a vast quantity of seeds that can be used for its cultivation and reproduction, although it can also be easily reproduced through its cuttings.

Once the plant has fully flowered, that is when you can acquire the seeds that are legumes in a way. These are usually green in color, but in autumn it will change its color to brown. This color is indicative that the seed is ripe.

Keep in mind that if you intend to take its seeds to plant them in your home, garden or any other space, you must know that you have to open the legume. From there he proceeds to remove the cover that has waterproof characteristics, and then you just have to wait long enough.

To achieve a higher germination percentage, the you must subject to thermal shock, in other words, you have to put them inside de a glass of boiling water for 1 second, and then 24 hours in another glass of water at room temperature.

Now, they will be put in seedbeds in full sun, preferably 1-2 seeds in each pot / socket. The Acacia of Constantinople is a very beautiful tree that will help to give that tropical touch that you like so much in the gardens.

By stem or cuttings

In case you want to opt for the option of cuttings or fragments of the stem of the Albizia julibrissin, you have to do a different procedure. For this occasion, you will have to cut a portion of about 1.5 cm of stem. This small portion should be planted specifically when spring is beginning.

It is recommended that you take into account the constancy of irrigation and the amount of it. Of all the risks, the first is the most important, as this will serve to stabilize the soil that has been removed to plant the cut stem.

On the other hand, you do not need to give it special care, just give it a constant watering but not so abundant in order to avoid waterlogging. It can be nourished only with water and must be Make sure the soil is not too wet for long.

UsesThe Albizia julibrissin is a deciduous tree

Obviously it is a plant whose characteristics make it perfect to have them in the center of a garden or create natural paths. But the truth is that they are not the only uses that can be given to it.

Surprisingly, the plant has medicinal properties that many are unaware of. Although it is not entirely determined, it is said that this panta can be perfect for cases of people who suffer or are going through an episode of anxiety or depression.

In the same way, its flowers are very useful to prepare infusions. These infusions can benefit you in terms of:

  • Problems with intestinal gas
  • It can be used as a natural sedative.
  • It has properties that allow it to be used as a tonic.
  • Helps in the digestion process.
  • It offers greater ease to people who go through an episode of insomnia, or suffer from it.
  • Effective for treating mild respiratory problems.
  • Effective in controlling or reducing memory loss.

On the other hand, the flower is not the only thing that can be taken advantage of being a plant, but also its stem. This is how the benefits or uses that can be given to the stem are attributed to:

  • Preparation of analgesics.
  • As a natural dewormer.
  • Powerful diuretic
  • It can help in the birthing process for women.
  • Helps control abscesses that appear on the skin.
  • Helps stimulate healing on the skin.

Management

The resistance of this plant to the problems caused by typical diseases is quite high, since it is very rare for it to get sick. The only problem that exists is that being a plant with too many benefits for human health, it is very coveted.

But as such, This plant does not have any type of diseases, much less is it prone to common pests. In case you need to use insecticide, it may only be due to the mealybugbut any insecticide it's effective and in no time the plant will be fine.

This is basically the most remarkable and important thing about this beautiful and useful plant. If you have the opportunity to have it in your garden or personal land, do not hesitate to choose any of the ways that we have provided for its cultivation. In the future you will feel grateful for not having missed this opportunity.


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  1.   Carlos Cazon said

    Can you grow a Constantinople acacia in a large pot? Recommendations.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi carlos.
      Yes, without any problem. Fertilizing it in the growing season (spring and summer) and watering it whenever you need it, it can even flourish.
      A greeting!

  2.   Andrew said

    Hello. I have 26 acacias and only 2 bloomed. The soil is dry and wet, depending on the time of year. They sold them to me as just sticks, without leaves and without sprouts. I planted them in July and we are in December and they only have leaves. What could have happened? Thank you

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Andrea.
      Each plant is unique. Some may find it more difficult to adjust than others; but do not worry. If 2 have already flourished, surely the others will not take long to do so.

  3.   Ivy soto said

    I have an interior patio of 6 × 4 meters I want to place a plant that gives me shade and also a natural environment I have in mind to put a large pot in the middle my question is if the acasia constsntinopla can be planted in a pot or what would you advise me
    Thank you very much for your contribution.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Iveth.
      Yes, the Acacia of Constantinople is a very good option. A Cercis siliquastrum or a Bauhinia variegata would also suit you.
      Greetings 🙂.

  4.   Eduardo Becerra said

    Hello, I have this tree of approximately 3 meters but I can not have the flower, only a yellow swab comes out and then the legumes. What can be wrong? What type of fertilizer should I use?

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Eduardo.
      Sorry for the question, but are you sure they're Albizia julibrissin? I ask you because there are several trees that have very similar leaves, and if you say that it has yellow flowers, perhaps it is an Albizia lophanta, or an A. lebbeck ..., or perhaps it is that I have misunderstood you, in which In this case, I would recommend that you fertilize it with a liquid organic fertilizer, such as guano, which is quick-acting.
      Anyway, to clear up any doubts, if you want to upload a photo to a tinypic or imageshack website and copy the link here.
      a greeting

  5.   Lili Arroyo On Bike said

    I have an adult constantinople acacia, in summer some leaves were yellow and fell off. Now a caramel colored jelly exudes from the trunk. I will appreciate a comment. All the best.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello lili.
      Gum or resin coming out of the trunk is usually a symptom of fungal disease. These microorganisms when wounds occur, when pruning tools are used without disinfecting, or when watering or humidity is excessive.
      My advice is that you do a systemic fungicide treatment, and that you remove that resin as much as possible and then cover that area with healing paste.
      A greeting.

  6.   snows said

    I have an acacia from constantinople that is several years old, it becomes very beautiful in July, but this year there are no flowers and hardly any leaves that have come out small and wrinkled. What I can do. Thank you

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Nieves.
      Have you looked to see if it has any pests (white fluff behind leaves, insects) or diseases (white powder, gray mold)? If it does not have anything, it occurs to me that it may have a lack of irrigation, but for prevention I would recommend treating it with a broad spectrum insecticide.
      A greeting.

  7.   Aida said

    Hello, I live in an urbanization of chalets, and we are going to put trees in the common area, one per neighbor, with the intention of shading us in the patios. I had thought about the acacia from Constantinople because I love it, but I don't know if it is a good option. Please, tell me if it is correct, you know how complicated the communities are and I would not like to be told at one time that it was a mistake. Thanks a lot

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Aida.
      The Acacia of Constantinople is a tree that provides shade and whose trunk (and roots) do not take up much space. I recommend it 🙂.
      A greeting.

  8.   Assumption said

    I have a tiny constantinople acacia, a remita, for a couple of years. I don't like where it is and would like to transplant it to another site within the same garden. Would it be possible or would it harm the little tree? Thanks

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Asuncion.
      Yes, you can change it in spring. To do this, you have to make four ditches about 40cm deep, and remove it with a shovel or something with which you can make a little "lever". Later, it is planted in another site.
      A greeting.

  9.   Ligia said

    Hello, you want to plant an acacia, my questions are: does it stand the wind, frost, does the grass grow under the tree and does it need a lot of water? Thanks i wait answer.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Ligia.
      The Albizia julibrissin is usually planted a little sheltered from the wind, since if it blows too hard the branches can break. In any case, you can put a tutor so that it does not get screwed up. Once you thicken the trunk a little, you will no longer have that problem.
      Withstands frosts down to -7ºC.
      Yes, of course, grass can grow under it.
      And with regard to water, it requires 2 or 3 weekly irrigations.
      A greeting.

  10.   Giuliano said

    It is advisable to plant acacia contantinopla in front of my house, I am in an area that is not yet very populated.
    and I usually have quite warm summers close to 40 degrees and winters with 3 or 4 degrees below zero. Many
    Thank you.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Giuliano.
      It is a great option 🙂, but yes, it will need frequent watering in summer.
      A greeting.

  11.   Paco said

    Good Morning.
    My acacia will be about 4 years old, about 3-4 meters and a trunk about 10-15 cm thick. It bears its fruit and its flowers in their season, but in summer-autumn it is carried away by ants that climb the trunk to the flowers.
    The problem is that at the base of the trunk, next to the ground, there are quite large cracks (a little finger almost enters). They are as if we removed a wedge of cheese from the trunk. I don't know what it may be due to and what the treatment should be.
    Thank you very much

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Paco.
      Apparently the ants have decided to make an anthill at the foot of your tree: yes.
      My advice is that you do treatments with Neem Oil, which you will find for sale in nurseries and agricultural stores. It will not harm the tree - it is a natural insecticide - and it will keep ants at bay.
      A greeting.

      1.    Paco said

        Thank you very much Monica. I have recently given the tree a treatment of aliette, a systemic fungicide, on the recommendation of a gardener friend. If I see that it does not improve, I will try what you tell me. I also believe that the damage is caused by the ants, but it is already affecting some branches that are drying up and others, beyond the time of their fall.
        All the best

        1.    Monica Sanchez said

          Hello Paco.
          When the attack is serious, the tree weakens and eventually the branches dry up and fall. But, see how it evolves.
          I hope you get better soon.
          A greeting.

  12.   Paco said

    Thank you very much Monica, I'll try what you say. I also believe that there are a lot of ants under it and around it and it is coming to affect the tree.
    On the advice of a gardener friend, we applied aliette as a systemic fungicide. When its effect has passed, if the ants persist, I will try the oil.
    Thanks again

  13.   pedromarcohernandez said

    Monica, a consultation. I have an albizia julibrisin, which is pretty and does not initially have any symptoms of disease.

    However loose as a white fluff, which remains sticky. We haven't seen any parasites, aphids, or anything. Do you know what it could be?

    Right now it is developing the green pods with the fruit, it is not in bloom.

    Checking more carefully, if we have found some small brown hooks.

    What kind of treatment could you advise us?

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Peter.
      Could you upload an image to tinypic or imageshack and put the link here? It's that without an image I can't tell you what it can be. They could be aphids, moths or pernicious scale (Piojo de San José), and each of these pests is fought in different ways.
      A greeting.

  14.   Laura said

    Hello Monica. I have 2 beautiful constantinople acacia trees on my sidewalk, they are about 4/5 years old and are approximately 1.50 m tall. Both have very open branches (separated from each other) and I need to tie them because they obstruct the passage a lot. With what material can I make it so as not to hurt the branches ??? With what technique ??? Thank you.-

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Laura.
      The most advisable thing in these cases is to use raffia rope, placing it more towards the base of the branches (or not too high, since they could break).
      If not, another option would be to trim them a little, towards the end of winter.
      A greeting.

  15.   Ximena silva said

    I planted an Acacia in the month of September, some leaves sprouted and then dried. That means that the tree is drying up or it may sprout again. I live in Chile, commune of Calera de Tango

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello, ximena.
      It may be that you have not yet passed the transplant. My advice is to scratch the trunk to see if it is green; if it is, it is likely to sprout again.
      Cheer up.

  16.   laura ramirez said

    Hi there ! I have an Acacia from Constantinople three years ago. It has already given me very good shade and has become beautiful in previous years. This year. It started slowly, we are in December in Mar del Plata, Argentina. and the leaves that came out on time, were small, and do not develop, some yellow fall off. I can't find any plague in sight. They sold me some nutrients, in the form of green balls. I just put it on. I would be very sorry to lose it! I love this plant! Thanks !

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Laura.
      It is probably lacking nutrients, or the temperatures are not pleasant enough for its leaves to grow well. If it's colder or hotter than other years, it may take a while for you to adjust.
      In any case, and to have all the fronts covered, I recommend treating it with a polyvalent insecticide, which you will find for sale in any nursery.
      In the event that it does not improve, check to see if there is a hole in the trunk, even if it is very tiny. If so, get an anti-drill insecticide and apply it to the trunk following the directions specified on the package.
      A greeting.

  17.   Hope said

    Hello Monica, I have an albizia and every year in summer we get a disease I think it is cochineal, we spray it and it falls to the ground like white dust and the leaves are sticky, is there any definitive treatment? Thank you

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Hope.
      No, unfortunately there is no definitive treatment 🙁.
      Mealybugs love a warm and dry environment, so to avoid them you would have to spray the tree with water, which would be counterproductive unless done at dusk, when the sun is already setting.
      Another thing that can be done and that can help a lot to prevent them is treating the tree in autumn-winter with insecticidal oil. But if you have it again, you have to eliminate them with Dimethoate.
      A greeting.

  18.   noelia said

    Hello, I have an acacia of approx 2.5 meters, I would like to know if I can transplant it myself and what risk there is that it will not survive and how should I proceed, thank you!

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Noelia.
      The Albizia julibrissin must be changed pot every two years, in spring. The only thing that you have to be careful not to manipulate the roots too much (above all, avoid that the earth bread crumble).
      You can use universal growing medium mixed with 30% perlite.
      Once in its new pot, which should be about 3cm wider, water and place it in an area where it gets direct sun.
      A greeting.

  19.   Javier said

    Can it reproduce in a segment like the weeping willow?

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Javier.
      Yeah sure. A 40cm cutting is cut in autumn or late winter, impregnated with rooting hormones and then planted in a pot protected from direct sun, and in one or two months it takes root.
      A greeting.

  20.   Eduardo Becerra said

    Hello everybody. I have a beautiful acacia about 5 or 6 years old, it has grown a lot but it has never given flowers. It only gives a lot of pods ... I love the tree but I'm desperate I don't know what to do. I put her fertilizers in February but I can't make the flowers… .help

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Eduardo.
      Sometimes the trees take a little while to bloom.
      It must be watered regularly, and paid once a month during spring and summer so that it can flourish.
      A greeting.

  21.   Eliana said

    Hello, we are a Nursery in the Province of Neuquen, this year we made Acacia de Constantinople storage under cover, it turned out beautiful now we have to put it in a pot, there are some that are 1,50 m high and others are lower…. is when we should start to make the transfer to the pots? What care do you need? This is an area that freezes a lot in winter with temperatures of more than -10 degrees. We live in the mountains at 1200 asl. Are we at risk of the plants freezing? Thank you I appreciate your answer .. Eliana

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Eliana.
      You can transfer them to individual pots right now if you want 🙂. They are of a good size, so they will resist transplantation well.
      During the winter, yes, they will need protection against the cold since they do not resist frosts of more than -7ºC.
      Regarding their care, they have to be placed in full sun, and watered often but avoiding waterlogging. The ideal is to water about three times a week in summer and every 4-5 days the rest of the year.
      A greeting.

  22.   Nacho Gallant said

    Good morning Monica. I have had an Acacia from Constantinople for five years and it is very beautiful, it must be 3 meters long and it has spread quite a bit. Unfortunately she has not yet thrown flowers. What do you think could be the reason?

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Nacho.
      Most likely, he is still very young 🙂. The mere fact that it has grown that much is proof that it is taking good care of itself, so you will most likely just have to wait a little for it to bloom.
      Still, you can help it a bit by fertilizing it in spring with fertilizers rich in potassium, which is the mineral that is responsible for flowering.
      A greeting.

      1.    Nacho Gallant said

        Thank you very much Monica.

        I will, and see if we are lucky!
        I also have a Magnolia tree, which was doing very well so far, but the new shoots come out as wrinkled, the leaf opens very yellow and a little wrinkled, I suspect that I am overdoing it, but I don't know if it can produce this effect. I would send you photos but I don't know how to do it.

        Thank you again for your help.

        1.    Monica Sanchez said

          Hello again Nacho.
          Where are you from? I'm asking you because magnolia trees have a hard time adapting to an area with a warm climate.
          I recommend you fertilize it with a fertilizer for acidic plants (it is sold like this, with this name, or acidophilic), since it is rich in iron.
          A greeting.

          1.    Nacho Gallant said

            Hello Monica.

            I am from Madrid, but we have the farm in the Sierra de Gredos, in the southern part, which has a much milder climate than the northern part, which is very cold in winter. In summer the sun is quite hot on the tree, but it is not very hot.

            Great, I'll take your advice and tell you. So, don't you think that this effect can be produced by water?

            Greetings and thanks for everything.


          2.    Monica Sanchez said

            It may be due to water, but only if you are using one that has a lot of lime. In any case, this compost has the nutrients you need.

            Let's see how it goes. All the best.


  23.   Nacho Gallant said

    Thank you very much Monica.

    I will inform myself about the issue of lime, I do not know if the water in the area has an excessive amount.
    I am already following your advice and it will surely improve! You have helped me a lot.

    I am informing you of the results. All the best.

  24.   Nacho Gallant said

    Hello Monica.

    Total success with the Acacia of Constantinople!

    We fertilize it with a fertilizer rich in Potassium following your instructions and… It already has a few flowers!

    Thank you very much for everything and best regards.

    Nacho Gallant

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Nacho.
      Thank you very much for your comment.
      I am very happy that the advice has served you 🙂.
      A greeting.

      1.    GALANTE NACHO said

        Hello Monica.

        I need your advice again. We are closing the farm with viburnums and cherry laurels. Regarding the cherry laurel, we have acquired plants of 1,75 cms. but we have doubts about the distance at which to plant them. (1 meter, less, more ...)
        We would like them to join in at most in a couple of years, and to grow taller the more the better.
        Another question is about pruning. I think that for them to enlarge it is convenient to do so.

        Can you give us an idea about both?

        Thank you very much!

        GALANTE NACHO

        1.    Monica Sanchez said

          Hello Nacho again 🙂
          With regard to the distance between plants, 60cm is enough.
          To have more side branches you simply have to cut the guide (just cut about 3cm). So in spring they will take out many branches.
          Then it will only be a matter of trimming all the branches a little each time as they grow to form the hedge.
          A greeting.

          1.    Nacho Gallant said

            Thank you very much Monica.

            Wouldn't 60 centimeters be a short distance? When they grow up, won't they be harmed?

            Another question, we have a Katsura Tree, it is small (from Planfor), because we have not found it bigger anywhere. It is the third attempt because the previous two did not survive being so small with the trip. With this third so far you have put in a small leaf ... but the leaf does not grow, can I help you in any way?

            Thank you very much for your advice.

            Nacho Gallant.


          2.    Monica Sanchez said

            Hello Nacho.
            Well, if you can put it higher, then 80-90cm. But wow, 60 cm is a distance that is starting to be good 🙂
            The Katsura Tree is very complicated. It needs a temperate-cool climate, with its ideal temperature range from 30ºC in summer to -18ºC in winter. Also, the soil has to be acidic, just like the irrigation water.
            Now in autumn it is normal that it does not grow; in spring, however, it should sprout strongly. You can help him by fertilizing it now with organic fertilizers (guano, manure) and in spring with fertilizers for acid plants that are ready to use in the nurseries.
            A greeting.


          3.    Nacho Gallant said

            Thanks Monica, we will. I forgot to tell you about the detail that I have brought the Katsura Tree to my office to keep it under control because we don't dare plant it on the farm in case it dies when the cold comes. That is why I told you that I was surprised that the little leaf that it has did not advance.

            We will follow your advice.

            We are meditating alternating viburnum and laurel - cherry for the hedge, I understand that it will not harm them.

            A greeting and thank you very much.

            Nacho Gallant


          4.    Monica Sanchez said

            The Katsura if you can have it on a balcony or patio, in a pot, it will do better (unless there are very strong frosts). You need to feel the passing of the seasons 🙂

            Regarding the alternation of viburnum and laurel-cherry, there will be no problem.

            A greeting.


          5.    Nacho Gallant said

            Thank you very much Monica.

            We will follow your advice, to see if we can carry out the Katsura Tree… it will be a challenge !!!

            Greetings,

            Nacho Gallant


          6.    Monica Sanchez said

            Good luck, Nacho 🙂


          7.    Nacho Gallant said

            Thank you very much!

            We have more than 50 different species of trees, so if you don't mind, we will enjoy your wise advice.

            regards

            Nacho Gallant


          8.    Monica Sanchez said

            Disadvantage none hehe 🙂

            Gracias y saludos.


  25.   Jose Luis said

    Good afternoon, I have planted more than 3000 acacia trees from Constantinople. I planted them thinking that it was a timber spice, now I don't know what to do with them. what dou you recommend. Thank you so much.
    ps: the trees are already 2 years old

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Jose Luis
      The wood from these trees was once used in marquetry.
      Anyway, with two years they are young. You can sell them for the garden, or they can even be worked as bonsai.
      A greeting.

      1.    Nacho Gallant said

        Hello Monica.

        I return to the load!

        We have two Liquidambar on the farm, one of them we acquired three years ago, and last year it had a spectacular autumn: leaves of all colors, yellow, orange, red and purple, and they lasted a long time on the tree. This fall has been a disappointment, practically all have been yellow and have lasted little. The tree has looked good all year, so we do not know what this change has been due to. Can you think of a reason? Can we do something so that the coming Fall will once again be as spectacular as the past?

        Thank you very much in advance,

        Nacho Gallant

        1.    Monica Sanchez said

          Hello Nacho.
          Just the opposite has happened to me: my Japanese maples have been beautiful this fall.
          It was hard to believe, but I was told once that in order for these deciduous trees to take on that beautiful color they had to be a little thirsty. Be careful, not to the point of having the land completely dry.

          In previous years I have watered them whenever I saw fit, so that they have not been thirsty. But this year for various reasons I have had them a bit neglected, and only watered them once a week or every 15 days. And they have turned red.

          I recommend you do the same: when the summer is ending, do not pamper them too much and do not fertilize them either. That way they are likely to get gorgeous in the fall.

          A greeting.

          1.    Nacho Gallant said

            Hello Monica.

            Well, it must have been that!

            We have been very aware and we have watered them several times a week… you know them all! We take note for the end of next summer.

            Thank you.

            Greetings,

            Nacho Gallant.


          2.    Monica Sanchez said

            Lots of nothing 🙂


          3.    Nacho Gallant said

            Hello Monica.

            I go back to my old ways with another question about trees. What variety of Paulownia do you think would be more convenient to plant in the tree pits of a big city, taking into account the pollution, that it did not grow very fast due to the tree pits, the price, its beauty, its resistance ... I see many and it is not clear to me , Could you help me as always?

            Thank you very much!

            Nacho Gallant


          4.    Monica Sanchez said

            Hello again 🙂
            Well, there you caught me. Know, that is, what is said to know, I only know the most common, which is the Pawlonia tomentosa. It grows fast but without exaggeration (about 30cm / year), and it is cheap. It also resists contamination without problems.
            But yes, you need water: about three times a week in summer and every 4 days the rest of the year.
            A greeting.


          5.    Nacho Gallant said

            Thank you very much in any case, the information you give me is very valuable.

            I'll tell you at the end where the thing is.

            Thanks again and greetings!

            Nacho Gallant.


          6.    Monica Sanchez said

            Let's see how 🙂


  26.   Jesus Hernández said

    Monica
    I just bought an acacia from constantinople, only I have a doubt if it is really acacia or flamboyan, which could be the notable differences, it measures 1.5 meters. Another question is if I can transplant it now that it is summer in Mexico, what recommendations do you give me for the transplant?
    Thank you

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Jesus.
      As they say, a picture is worth a thousand words, so here it goes:

      Albizia julibrissin

      Sheet:
      https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0e/Albizia_julibrissin_leaves_01_by_Line1.jpg

      Trunk:
      I have not found any photos that look good. At 1,5m the trunk of the Albizia is very thin, like a broomstick or a little more.

      Flamboyan
      Leaves
      The leaves are much closer together than in the case of Albizia, which gives it a "feathery" appearance.

      The trunk is thick, about 2-3cm.

      Anyway, if you want to upload an image to tinypic or imageshack (or to our Telegram group), and I tell you.

      Regarding the transplant. I recommend you wait until spring, since it is now in full growth and can be detrimental for the winter.
      The Albizia julibrissin does not have dangerous roots, but it is important to plant it at a distance of about 2-3m from any wall or tall plant so that it can develop well.

      A greeting.

  27.   Amara fiorella said

    Hello, I wanted to know if the acacia of constantinople can grow in a field in the province of Buenos Aires. If it resists winds, excess water and if the fruits are not dangerous for cattle. Thanks a lot.
    Could you recommend other species for the shade of cattle, thank you very much

  28.   Jose Pablo said

    Hello, I have planted an Acacia from Constantinople, but last winter the wind broke two of the three branches, now the branch has grown a lot and although I have cut the guide and have tutored it, the tree is ugly and only that branch that does not If with a long and robust stalk it would become a trunk or before spring, according to I have read, prune it at the root of the branch with the trunk and see if several branches come out again, my question is that you advise me. Thanks.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello José Pablo.
      I recommend pruning all the branches, so that it has a more or less oval or rounded crown.
      You can do it in fall or late winter.
      If you have doubts, ask 🙂
      A greeting.

  29.   Claudia said

    Acacia cuttings can only be done in autumn? I live in Argentina. How long after planting it in a pot do you have to keep it out of the sun? And when to plant it on the ground? In the case of obtaining the seeds, how is the seedbed made? Thanks

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Claudia.
      You mean the acacia in Constantinople? I ask you because the name 'acacia' can also refer to the trees of the genus Acacia, which are very different from the acacia of Constantinople.
      If the answer is yes, yes, cuttings are only made in autumn. You have to protect them from the sun until leaves start to sprout, and plant them in the ground after 1 year.
      For its seeds to germinate, they must be acquired in spring. Then, they are introduced for 1 second (with the help of a strainer) in a glass with boiling water and immediately after 24 hours in another glass with water at room temperature. Afterwards, they are sown in pots outdoors, in semi-shade or in the sun, in pots with substrate.
      A greeting.

  30.   GERMAN PRIETO said

    I have some seeds of almost 8ooo OF CONSTANTIN PLANT ACACIA, but in the climate I live in, IT DOES NOT ALLOW ME TO SOW THEM OVER TIME A MOSQUITO APPEARS FROM INSIDE THE SEEDS. I DON'T KNOW IF IT WILL BE NORMAL BUT THEY ARE FINISHING YOU COULD ILLUSTRATE ME PLEASE THANKS

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello German.
      It is very strange what you comment. Even so, to prevent this from happening, I recommend you wash them before sowing with a few drops of dishwasher. Next, sprinkle copper or sulfur over the surface of the soil in the pot to prevent fungus.
      A greeting.

  31.   GERMAN PRIETO said

    Monica I HAVE BEEN FOLLOWING THE EVOLUTION OF WHAT I HAD WRITTEN TO YOU THE ANIMAL IS LIKE A MOSQUITO BUT IT COMES FROM INSIDE THE SEED AND WHEN IT COMES OUT IN LESS THAN 24 HOURS IT DIES IT IS LIKE EVERYTHING INSIDE OR IS BORN FROM THERE I DO NOT KNOW IF IT IS EVOLUTION BY THE OLD AGE OF THE SEED WHEN I STARTED I PUT A FEW CHLORINE DROPS TO A QUANTITY AND PUT ANOTHER QUANTITY IN NORMAL WATER THE INFECTED SEEDS ENLARGED AND THE MOSQUITO SALE FASTER I DON'T KNOW WHAT I WILL BE ABLE TO DO, I AM WAITING FOR A BETTER TEMPERATURE FOR SEM.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello German.
      It's probably because they are old seeds. The best thing is to take them from the same tree, since when they fall to the ground they immediately become infected and it is a roll 🙁
      Anyway, try soaking them for a day or two with water and a drop of dishwasher.
      A greeting.

  32.   Leandro said

    Hi there! I would like to know if it starts from segment, and what kind of care it deserves to have in summer. If the irrigation must be constant until it starts or otherwise. Thanks.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi leandro.
      No, by pieces of branches they do not take root. But by seeds it is easy to multiply them: you only have to put them 1 second in a glass of boiling water and 24 hours in a glass of water at room temperature. After that time, they are planted in pots and soon they germinate.
      A greeting.

  33.   july etcheverry said

    I have several of these potted plants, they are still young and this winter is about to enter, would I have to put them on the ground in spring? From already thank you very much

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi July.
      Yes, better in spring.
      A greeting.

  34.   IGNACIO GALANTE SERRANO said

    Hello again Monica.

    Once again we need your knowledge!

    I think I already told you that we were behind developing a Katsura Tree for the farm. We have not found it of a medium or large size, and we have resorted to Planfor, but the specimen it provides is 30 cms. and it is very delicate, and as you know also the species itself is. In short, the first two died on us. The third, I kept it in the office instead of planting it because we bought it in autumn and we were afraid that it would not withstand the temperatures. He lost the few leaves that he brought, and now two tiny leaves have come out at 10 cms. from the earth. They have been like this for two or three weeks and they don't prosper, but they don't die either. I cut a little bit at the top and it looks green. I have two questions: Should I prune at the height of the leaves so that they gain strength, and if so, in which direction do I cut? and the second: Do I take it to the farm now, or do I wait to see if the leaves progress?

    Thank you very much as always for your wise and fruitful advice!

    A hug:

    GALANTE NACHO.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello again 🙂
      The Katsura tree is complicated, no, the following, when the weather is not very good. Still, I recommend you take it out, in semi-shade (without direct sunlight at any time) and add a little liquid fertilizer for acidophilic plants.
      See if it improves. If only.
      A greeting.

  35.   IGNACIO GALANTE SERRANO said

    Thank you very much Monica, as always.

    I am going to take it to the town and I am going to tell my brother to leave it on the terrace of his house that does not have direct light and we will pay him as you comment. (liquid fertilizer for acidophilic plants). But, do you think we should prune it at the height of the two leaves, or leave it as it is?

    Thank you!

    GALANTE NACHO

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      No, you can't. It may still be green 🙂
      What I do recommend you do is scratch those branches a little, to see how they are. But not much. Then cover the wound with healing paste.

      Greetings, and thanks to you 🙂

  36.   IGNACIO GALANTE SERRANO said

    Thanks Monica, now they look worse, how difficult it is to raise this species!

    A cordial greeting;

    GALANTE NACHO

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      It's very complicated, yeah 🙁
      Have you tried a Lagerstroemia indica (Jupiter tree)? It has nothing to do with Cercidiphyllum, but it would give you a lot less headaches 🙂
      Although yes, I understand that you want to experiment. That bug is difficult to sleep hehe
      A greeting.

  37.   Pains said

    Hello Monica,
    We have had an acacia for 6/7 years and it does almost nothing. It is in the Mediterranean area, has sun and shade, fertilizer every spring, and regular watering.
    What can we do?
    Can I send you a photo so you can see if it is an acacia?
    Thank you,
    Pains

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Dolors.
      Common names create a lot of confusion. I tell you this because the plant in the article is an Albizia julibrissin, which is a tree that takes a long time to give flowers. Acacias are faster.

      You can send photos to our Facebook.

      A greeting.

  38.   GALANTE NACHO said

    Hello Monica.

    I just read your comment from three months ago.

    We already have a Lagestroemia Indica on the farm. It is phenomenal. Although the same thing happens to us as with the Fremanii. But it is very pretty and is full of flowers. From Cercidiphyllum for the moment we are going to move on, because the three that we bought have died.

    Greetings and thanks as always!

    GALANTE NACHO

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Nacho!
      Yes, when a plant does not want to prosper ... it is better not to try again 🙂

      Kind regards.

  39.   GALANTE NACHO said

    Hello Monica.

    I hope you had a happy vacation.

    Last year I told you that two sweetgum that we have, two dogwoods and an iron tree had not acquired the beautiful colors of previous years (they turned yellow at the last minute for a short time and lost their leaves) and you told me that it could be due to overwatering after the summer. It squares me completely and so I told you, and we intend to correct it, but what time is a good time to start watering less, after the first heavy rains? Please, if you can give us any indication ... Another question, we have an Acer x Freemanii "Autumn Blaze", we bought it with 6 meters and it must already have seven, it is very beautiful but very columnar, because of how it was in the nursery, and our The question is, Would it be convenient to cut the guide so that it extends in its bearing? Do we wait for him to do it alone, or do we run the risk that he continues to grow in height and does not form a crown?

    Thank you very much for your wise advice!

    GALANTE NACHO

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Nacho.
      I start to water a little less after the heavy rains in August (I don't know if it rains heavily in your area towards the middle / end of that month, but when they fall 🙂), since it usually coincides with the progressive -although slow- drop in temperatures .

      With regard to the Acer freemani (precious species, by the way), I am in favor of not pruning the trees unless it is strictly necessary. Your genes already know very well how they have to act. For example, in the case of this maple, its adult crown is more or less rounded and wide. It is normal that when young it is columnar, since in the wild, living in a forest for example, it is more urgent to grow in height, occupy the space that has been left empty and thus be able to capture more light.

      Of course, it may take several years to remove new branches that are somewhat low. What I do advise to do is - next year, when it has sprouted - remove the two newer pairs of leaves. I have an Acer saccharum that is a stick with leaves that measures 2 meters, I did it and it is now forming a pretty cool cup 🙂

      A greeting.

  40.   paula said

    good afternoon . I live in Argentina and I have an acacia from Constantinople that I transplanted 2 years ago and it still struggles to survive. it has a couple of completely dry branches. should i prune them? on what date? Thanks a lot.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Paula.
      If they are dry you can remove them at the end of winter.
      Water it with homemade rooting agents, this will help it to cast roots.
      A greeting.

  41.   Hernán said

    Hi there! I wanted to make an inquiry. I live in Argentina, and I have two Acacias from Constantinople, for two years. They are having a hard time growing up. I am noticing that they are giving buds in the middle area, and the upper area (which would be the crown), seems totally dry (I scratch the branches and it comes out brown, unlike below it looks green). Would it be nice to prune it? Spring started a few days ago.
    Greetings and thank you very much!

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Hernán.
      These trees grow a bit slow for the first few years.
      If the top is dry, yes, you can prune it.
      A greeting.

  42.   Leonardo said

    Hello, I bought an acacia a month ago, it is in good health, but the problem is that it only grows up, it is about 5 meters long and it barely has branches on the sides, I had to put a trunk on it so that it supports itself without breaking, it should let it continue to grow or should I cut off the tip?

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Leonardo.
      Yes, you can trim the tip to bring out lower branches in late winter.
      A greeting.

  43.   Lorena said

    Hello, I bought an acacia in the month of August and a month ago a strong wind, raised part of the root. The gardeners planted them again with two tutors and now the leaves are all dry, what can I do to save it. Thanks

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hi Lorena.
      For now, water it once or twice a week. You can use homemade rooting agents so that it emits new roots.
      And in spring to see what happens. It should sprout.
      A greeting.

  44.   Gustavo Lalama Hervas said

    I have planted several seeds and almost all of them have produced their shoots, however in a short time the leaves begin to deteriorate and they disappear. I wonder if this defoliation process is normal and if the little plant produces its branches and leaves again. thanks for your attention, my email is gulahe77@hotmail.com

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Gustavo.

      From what you say, they suffer what is known as the death of seedlings, or damping-off. They are fungi that attack the roots, and of course, since they are seedlings, babies, which have almost no roots, they die immediately.

      To avoid this, you have to treat them with a systemic fungicide (anti-fungal product) spray, once a week.

      A greeting!

  45.   Jackeline said

    Thank you, for the information, I have mine, I bought it after reading this article, it is very beautiful and beneficial, it will shine in the garden of our house, thank you very much

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Thanks to you.