Baja Fairy Duster
Calliandra californica
This shrub can serve as a good informal hedge. Note: may be sold as C. peninsularis.
THE BASICS
Type: Shrub
Sun: Full Sun
Hardiness: 20°F
Water: Moderate
Native to: Baja California
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Height: 5 feet
Mature Width: 5 feet
Mature Form: Upright, open
FOLIAGE
Semievergreen
Color: Dark green
Texture: Fine
WILDLIFE
Birds
hummingbirds
butterflies
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Red powderpuffs
Season: spring, fall
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: None
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Carol Ward
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert, Dave Seibert, Carol Ward