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Calliandra 'Maricopa Red'

Maricopa Red Powder Puff

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Information by:         Photographer: Desert Tree Farm

 

Description

This hybrid of Calliandra eriophylla and Calliandra californica offers the compact growth habit of Calliandra eriophylla with the bright red flower of Calliandra californica. 'Maricopa Red'? will give you the showy red flowers in those tight places calliandras do best. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. - Desert Tree Farm

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

High

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, With Rocks

Special Uses

Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask for low water use plants at your local nursery.