fragrant mimosa

When you first see the fragrant mimosa bloom emerging from its fern-like foliage, you may find its delicate yet alien appearance surprising. The sun illuminates a prehistoric looking pom-pom like flower with graceful pink threads capped with a pinpoint of yellow radiating from the center of the bloom like an exploding planet. Then you will notice its intoxicating perfume, sweet and intense like a blend of acacia, violet, honeysuckle, and rose.  This stunning  and fragrant springtime bloom provides nectar for beneficial native insects.