PINK FAIRY DUSTER

Calliandra eriophylla

Pink Fairy Duster makes for a beautiful accent to any xeriscape. Like the Baja Fairy Duster, this attractive shrub is also a magnet for Hummingbirds. Hummingbirds are not only attracted to this plant, but are even known to be extremely territorial over it. The tufted flowers usually provide year-round color and nectar for pollinators.

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GARDENING BASICS

Type: Shrubs

Hardiness: 20˚F

Water: Low

Sun Exposure: Full, Partial

GROWTH

Growth Rate: Slow/Moderate

Average Size: 3’ H × 3’ W

Coverage: 7 square feet

FOLIAGE

Foliage Type: Evergreen

Foliage Color: Green

FLOWERS & FRUITS

Flower Color: White to Pink

Flower Season: Year round with heaviest bloom in Spring and Summer

Fruit: Erect to upright pubescent pods up to 3 inches long

MORE COMMENTS

Thorns: No

Allergies: Unknown

Rarely needs pruning because of its diminuative habit. If pruned do so infrequently by lightly headed back to shape in summer. Do not shear.