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Pink Powderpuff

Calliandra Surinamensis

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Overview

The Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra surinamensis) is a vibrant evergreen shrub, reaching up to 10 feet in height and spread. Its distinctive fluffy pink flowers, with prominent stamens, bloom year-round in warm climates, making it a favorite for visual interest. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Prune regularly to maintain shape. Drought-tolerant once established, it's perfect for creating focal points in tropical and subtropical landscapes.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 10–11Type Shrub, TreeClimate Subtropical
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil; bloom prolifically throughout the year but are most

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Mature height
6–12 Ft.
Mature width
6–12 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — However, once established, it demonstrates moderate drought resistance; prune regularly to maintain, image 98
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — including bees and hummingbirds; comprised of numerous long stamens
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a balance of visual appeal and wildlife support, image 101
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil; bloom prolifically throughout the year but, image 110
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — evergreen foliage provides year-round interest; calliandra surinamensis offers both aesthetic charm and, image 74
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — adding a dynamic element to the space.<br><br>Preferring USDA zones 9 to 11; pink Powderpuff thrives in, image 70
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — adding a dynamic element to the space.<br><br>Preferring USDA zones 9 to 11; pink Powderpuff thrives in, image 96
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — reaching up to 10 feet in height and spread; is a striking ornamental shrub that emanates a tropical, image 80
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — typically about 2 to 3 inches in diameter; pink flowers in the garden
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — Calliandra surinamensis offers both aesthetic charm and ecological benefits; these showy inflorescences
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — bloom prolifically throughout the year but are most abundant during the warmer months; commonly known, image 91
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — is a striking ornamental shrub that emanates a tropical flair; evergreen foliage provides year-round, image 115
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — evergreen foliage provides year-round interest; calliandra surinamensis offers both aesthetic charm and, image 100
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — These showy inflorescences; including bees and hummingbirds, image 66
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — typically about 2 to 3 inches in diameter
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — evergreen foliage provides year-round interest; calliandra surinamensis offers both aesthetic charm and ecological
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — is a striking ornamental shrub that emanates a tropical flair; evergreen foliage provides year-round, image 63
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — comprised of numerous long stamens
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — making it a favorite for visual interest; prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil, image 57
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — bloom prolifically throughout the year but are most abundant during the warmer months; commonly known as the Pink
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — commonly known as the Pink Powderpuff; typically about 2 to 3 inches in diameter, image 62
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — These showy inflorescences
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — including bees and hummingbirds; comprised of numerous long stamens, image 69
Pink Powderpuff (Calliandra Surinamensis) — bloom prolifically throughout the year but are most abundant during the warmer months; commonly known, image 117
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