Calliandra peninsularis

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Baja Fairy Duster, Red Calliandra

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: AZ Sonora Desert Museum

 

Description

Baja fairy duster grows to about 6' tall and wide. Plants are evergreen in climates without frost. Red powder puff blooms, about 2" wide, are most abundant from winter through spring. Leaves are green, about 1"-1.5" long, and compound. This shrub prefers full sun and irrigation every 2-3 weeks after it is established, especially during the summer. This lovely shrub makes a great informal hedge or screen.

 

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Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Red

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

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

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.