Mimosa not-pool-friendly Summer (May-Sep): Built for it

Summer (May-Sep): Built for it

Apply 2–3 inches of bark or decomposed granite mulch

Pomegranate: a heat-loving fruiting companion with red blooms and sweet-tart fruit for an edible hedge

more aromatic lime variety (Key Lime) for those who want both types

Keep the spiny margins back at least 16 inches from walkways and pool decks

Mimosa not-pool-friendly Summer (May-Sep): Built for itPhoenix's Showstopping Pink Summer Shade Tree Mimosa Tree Mimosa Tree (Albizia julibrissin) is Phoenix's most spectacular summer blooming shade tree. This fast growing deciduous tree erupts into clouds of fluffy pink powder puff blooms from May through July, creating a lush tropical canopy above patios, courtyards, and desert landscapes. Drought adapted once established, the Mimosa handles Phoenix's extreme heat with ease. Whether you're adding a