bloomloves mimosa

t’s so tempting to reach out and stroke the feathery foliage). Even during summer and autumn, when it’s without its powdery pompoms, the evergreen branches demand adoration. As it bursts into sunshineyellow bloom from late winter and into spring, it gives off a gentle and sweet scent that makes it a joy to snip and pop in a vase. It’s rightly popular with florists, and in Italy, mimosa is so beloved that it’s a common gift to give on International Women’s Day. Native to Australia, it welcomes a sunny and sheltered spot in the garden in order to keep as warm as possible. It’s a fast-growing tree, so give it a little trim after it’s finished flowering to maintain a good shape. We know those offcuts won’t go to waste.