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Fairy Duster

Calliandra Eriophylla

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Overview

The Fairy Duster (Calliandra eriophylla) is a delicate, small shrub reaching up to 3 feet tall and wide. It features fine, feathery foliage and produces vibrant pink, puffball-like flowers primarily in spring, attracting pollinators. This drought-tolerant native of the Southwest thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to part shade, requiring minimal care once established. Adds a whimsical touch to xeriscapes and low-water gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 7–11Type ShrubClimate Arid
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — are not only visually striking but also serve as a magnet for pollinators such as hummingbirds and, image 36
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — Adds a whimsical touch to xeriscapes and low-water gardens; underlining their drought-tolerant natureFairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — pink flowers in the gardenFairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — is a captivating shrub indigenous to the desert regions of the American Southwest; offering a unique addition to anyFairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — The Fairy Duster (Calliandra eriophylla) is a delicate, small shrub reaching up to 3 feet tall and wideFairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — underlining their drought-tolerant nature; adds a whimsical touch to xeriscapes and low-water gardensFairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — they excel in sandy or gravelly compositions and require minimal supplemental watering once established+57

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Arid

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Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — are not only visually striking but also serve as a magnet for pollinators such as hummingbirds and, image 36
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — Adds a whimsical touch to xeriscapes and low-water gardens; underlining their drought-tolerant nature
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — pink flowers in the garden
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — is a captivating shrub indigenous to the desert regions of the American Southwest; offering a unique addition to any
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — The Fairy Duster (Calliandra eriophylla) is a delicate, small shrub reaching up to 3 feet tall and wide
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — underlining their drought-tolerant nature; adds a whimsical touch to xeriscapes and low-water gardens
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — they excel in sandy or gravelly compositions and require minimal supplemental watering once established
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — bottlebrush-like flowers boast a bright pink hue; is a captivating shrub indigenous to the desert regions of the
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — shrub with pink blooms; offering a charming contrast to the muted tones of arid environments
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — scientifically named Calliandra eriophylla
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — bottlebrush-like flowers boast a bright pink hue
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — with the added benefit of attracting wildlife and supporting local ecosystems
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — feathery foliage and produces vibrant pink; bottlebrush-like flowers boast a bright pink hue
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — which emerge predominantly in the spring and intermittently throughout the year depending on the climate
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — Minimal pruning may be performed to maintain the desired shape and remove any spent blooms or dead branches; which
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — Minimal pruning may be performed to maintain the desired shape and remove any spent blooms or dead branches
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — is a captivating shrub indigenous to the desert regions of the American Southwest
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — shrub with pink blooms
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — offering a unique addition to any xeric landscape design
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — Adds a whimsical touch to xeriscapes and low-water gardens
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — offering a charming contrast to the muted tones of arid environments; although they can tolerate partial shade
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — This drought-tolerant native of the Southwest thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to part shade
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — although they can tolerate partial shade; are not only visually striking but also serve as a magnet for pollinators such
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — This drought-tolerant native of the Southwest thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to part shade; puffball-like
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