Calliandra eriophylla - Fairy Duster

Market price from $9.45 to $18.75

Calliandra eriophylla is a vibrant and compact horticultural gem more familiarly hailed as the Fairy Duster. Native to regions spanning Southern California to Mexico, this captivating perennial charms with its elaborate show of pink to red mimosa-esque blossoms. The Fairy Duster's bloom spontaneously from late winter to spring and sporadically in the fall, providing your landscape with bursts of seasonal color. Enveloped in densely packed, feathery green leaves, this hardy shrub stands less than 3 feet tall and thrives in anything from full sun to light shade. Its exceptional drought tolerance and low water requirements make it an ideal match for xeriscaping or arid environments. And as a nod to the lush biodiversity, Fairy Duster is celebrated for attracting both hummingbirds and butterflies, lending a spirited energy to your garden sanctuary. Boasting vitality and a moderate growth rate, the Fairy Duster strikes a harmonious balance between visual spectacle and effortless maintenance.