Calliandra californica

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Baja Fairy Duster

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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

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

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:

Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.