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    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 27, 2015
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    Well, it certainly sounds like scale to me. This article should help with treating it: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/scale-bug-how-to-control-plant-scale.htm

    We have found neem oil to be effective against these pests. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/problems/pests/neem-oil-uses.htm

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    Alisma on
    November 13, 2016
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    It seems that you are in gardening zone 7b. Albizia is winter hardy in zones 6 and warmer, so you'll be able to plant it outside now if the barrel is large enough. In a small barrel, the roots will be more exposed to cold, so in that case it may need addition protection its first winter.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    January 4, 2019
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    What are the temperatures like in your area? This link will give you a complete analysis of the tree: http://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Albizia+julibrissin

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    BushDoctor on
    November 10, 2020
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    Any good organic potting soil, amended with organic compost will be good!

    Here are some articles that will help:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/mimosa/growing-silk-trees.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/growing-trees-in-containers.htm

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