Baja Fairy Duster
Calliandra californica
| Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Category | Shrub |
| Size | 5' x 5' |
| Flower Color | Scarlet Red to Orange-Red |
| Flower Season | Year-round |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water | Low |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Hardiness | 20°F |
| Notes: | Attracts Hummingbirds |
Description
Baja Fairy Duster is a medium sized shrub that grows to 5 feet high and 5 feet wide. Medium green, twice divided leaves are one inch long and give this native of Baja California its tropical appearance. Scarlet red to red-orange, tufted flowers appear nearly year-round. Flowering tends to be intermittent in the warm season. The long red stamens resemble the tufted head of a dusting brush. The Baja fairy duster makes a good informal hedge that requires little maintenance.
Maintenance
Baja Fairy Duster should be planted in full sun. It also handles partial sun and reflected heat extremely well. It is hardy to 20° F. This shrub requires little water but will grow and flower more with supplemental water in summer. Water established plants every two weeks in the summer, every month or two in the winter. Baja fairy duster responds well to a thorough soaking every 2 to 3 weeks as the weather turns warm in spring and summer. Requires no supplemental fertilizer.
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