CALLIANDRA

Botanical name :

Calliandra californica

Common name : 
Caliandra, baja fairy duster

Ornamental

Description:

Size of the mature plant :
2-6 ft. with equal spred

Plantation: It likes summer better

Growth: Slow

Space between plants : 6 feet aprox.

Water: Drough tolerant but best with regular waterings during hot seasons (once per week or once per every two weeks)  

Sun light : 100%  sun or part sun    

Soil: Adaptable; requieres good drainage

Flowering:  Predominates red stamens; strongest bloom in early summer; blooms sporadicly through fall

Flower color: Bright red, rose or plum

Categoría:    Shrub        

Clasification:    Evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub    

Special indications:

Maintenance:

•Minimal

•Remove wood damage by cold temps

 

Arquitectónic use:

•Accent or specimen plant

•Color

•Informal hedges

 

Special:
Features:  

•Attracts hummingbirds

Calliandra californica