Calliandra eriophylla - Pink Fairyduster, Mesquitillo (Plant) Size:1G Good in rock gardens in

Good in rock gardens in dry shade

generally volcanic soils

and drinking water that are needed to increase quail populations

A modest size for smaller gardens

Coast Ranges

Calliandra eriophylla - Pink Fairyduster, Mesquitillo (Plant) Size:1G Good in rock gardens inFlowers appear like a pink mist when in full bloom. This slow growing shrub needs good drainage. Good for desert gardens, and also good in containers. Plant Characteristics Family Name Fabaceae Species Name Calliandra eriophylla Common Name Pink Fairyduster, Mesquitillo Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Pink, Magenta, Rose Flowering Months February, March, April