Calliandra californica

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Baja Fairy Duster

Information by: Kathleen Moore Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

Baja fairy duster grows to about 5' x 5'. Plants are evergreen in climates without frost. Red powderpuff blooms are most abundant in spring, but continue into fall. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Good as an informal hedge. May be sold as Calliandra peninsularis.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Hedge, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

The best time of day to water is in the early morning when there is no wind or hot drying sun.