Powderpuff
Scientific Name
Calliandra spp.
Geographical Considerations
Will this plant grow in my area?
View this image below in landscape mode highly recommended
Hardiness Zones
9a to 12
This plant is not native to Florida.
Yard Conditions
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Optimal Light
Powderpuff grows best in Full Sun.
Light Range
It performs in Partial Shade to Full Sun
Soil Texture
Any Texture
Soil Moisture
Well Drained
Soil pH
Slightly Acid to Slightly Alkaline (6.0-7.2)
Salt Tolerance
Low to None
DroughtTolerance
High
Wind Resistance
Not known
Toxicity
Not known
Nematode Tolerance
Not known
Appearance
What will it look like as it grows?
Plant Type
- Trees - Small
Leaf Persistence
Powderpuff is Evergreen
Spread
8-15 feet
Height
10-15 feet
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Size
Varies
Leaf Texture
Fine
Flower Size
Varies
Additional Detail
Pink/white, fall through spring flowers; only Calliandra haematocephala assessed as not a problem. | Pests/Diseases: none serious | attracts hummingbirds
