Baja Fairy Duster
Calliandra Californica
Overview
The Baja Fairy Duster, Calliandra californica, is a captivating, small perennial shrub reaching up to 5 feet tall and wide. Recognizable by its feathery, bright red flowers, which bloom year-round in warm climates, it is a pollinator magnet, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. It thrives in USDA zones 8-11, prefers full sun, and handles drought conditions well, making it ideal for low-water landscapes. Minimal maintenance required, and it's evergreen in frost-free areas.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 9–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Climate
- Arid
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