Baja Fairy Duster
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Calliandra californica
Baja Fairy Duster Photo Description: This native of Baja California is a medium sized shrub that grows to 6 feet high and 6 feet wide. Dark green, twice divided leaves are about 1 inch long, and give the plants a lush, almost tropical feel. Long, bright red stamens are the showy part of the flower. Flowering season varies with the temperatures.

Maintenance: Baja Fairy Duster should be planted in full sun or part shade. It also handles reflected heat extremely well. It is hardy to 20° F. Plants are quite drought tolerant, but will grow and flower more if given supplemental water in summer. They respond well to a thorough soaking every 2 to 3 weeks as the weather turns warm in spring and summer.