Calliandra californica
Baja Fairy Duster
Description
Baja fairy duster is a constant bloomer that grows about 3-5' tall and wide. Plants are evergreen in climates without frost; otherwise they will freeze to the ground. Blooms are most abundant in spring, but continue year-round for constant interest. Native of central Baja gravelly hillsides. Drought tolerant but growth fairly quick with additional moisture. Soil tolerant. Full sun will promote flowering. Needs little shearing. Hummers. Bees. Larval food Lycaenid Butterflies.Ants farm caterpillars
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Foundation, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.
Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.