Desert Plant Guide
Baja Fairy Duster
Calliandra californica
Light Requirements
Baja fairy duster prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.
Height: 3 - 5 ft
Width: 5 ft
Hardiness: Very Hardy
Natural Setting: Sandy washes, flats, and hillsides
Plant Type: Shrub
Dormancy: Evergreen
Form: Rounded
Growth Rate: Moderate
Flower Season: Year round
Soil: Adaptable, but does best in well draining soil.
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Water Requirements: Low once established
Cold Tolerance: 25 degrees F
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Adapted to full sun exposure.
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Sandy washes, flats and hillsides. Soils must be well-drained.
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When first planting: water ever few days. Once established:
☀️ Summer: light soak once or twice a week
❄️ Winter: as little as once a month
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About This Plant
Calliandra californica is a species of flowering shrub in the pea family, Fabaceae, that is native to California and Baja California. It is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that has a rounded shape and can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall and wide. The leaves are small and fern-like, and the flowers are bright red and resemble powder puffs. Also Known As: Baja fairy duster, Red powder puff, California powder puff, Fairy duster
Light Requirements
Baja fairy duster prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.
Light Requirements
Baja fairy duster prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.
Light Requirements
Baja fairy duster prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.