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Trinidad Flame Bush

Calliandra Tweedii

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Overview

Calliandra tweedii, commonly known as Trinidad Flame Bush, is a vibrant evergreen shrub reaching 6-8 feet tall and wide. Its feathery, fine-textured foliage highlights the striking red pom-pom-like blossoms that bloom spring to fall. Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, it's drought-resistant once established. Ideal for attracting hummingbirds and adding a tropical flair. Zones 8-11. Space plants approximately 5-6 feet apart to accommodate growth.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 10–11Type ShrubClimate Subtropical

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — creating an arresting visual display

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — making it a delightful choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of the tropics to their outdoor space

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — offering a feathery backdrop to the showy flowers

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — bipinnate leaves that are a deep green

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — is a vibrant and eye-catching flowering shrub that can serve as a splendid focal point in any garden

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — Growing to an average height of 6 to 8 feet

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — This shrub is relatively low-maintenance but responds well to pruning

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Fabaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — creating an arresting visual display

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — making it a delightful choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of the tropics to their outdoor space

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — offering a feathery backdrop to the showy flowers

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — bipinnate leaves that are a deep green

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — is a vibrant and eye-catching flowering shrub that can serve as a splendid focal point in any garden

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — Growing to an average height of 6 to 8 feet

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — This shrub is relatively low-maintenance but responds well to pruning

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — the Trinidad Flame Bush thrives in full sun to partial shade

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — commonly known as Trinidad Flame Bush; preferring full sun and well-drained soil, it's drought-resistant once

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — is a vibrant evergreen shrub reaching 6-8 feet tall and wide

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — which typically span 2 to 3 inches across

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — Space plants approximately 5-6 feet apart to accommodate growth

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — fine-textured foliage highlights the striking red pom-pom-like blossoms that bloom spring to fall

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — commonly known as Trinidad Flame Bush

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — Ideal for attracting hummingbirds and adding a tropical flair

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — red flowers in the garden

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — shrub for full

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — enhancing the ecosystem.<br><br>Ideal for USDA zones 8 to 11

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — scientifically named Calliandra tweedii

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — It prefers well-drained soils and is moderately drought tolerant once established, requiring minimal watering

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — The most striking feature of Calliandra tweedii is its brilliant red

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, it's drought-resistant once established

Trinidad Flame Bush (Calliandra Tweedii) — shrub with red blooms

Calliandra Tweedii

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