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Powderpuff - Calliandra haematocephala

Family: Fabaceae

Evergreen shrub to 15 feet tall with an equal spread. Produces multiple stems & branches out close to the ground. Compound leaves have a feathery appearance.

Fragrant pink, red or white 2-3 inch diameter powder-puff type flowers are produced during warm weather, year round in S. Florida.
Fruit is a flat pea-like pod.

U.S.D.A. Zones 9b - 11, a light freeze will kill powderpuff back to the ground, but it usually recovers fairly quickly in spring, if not sooner.

Fast growing in full sun with adequate moisture, will take partial shade. Grows well in sandy soils and has very good drought tolerance once established, not salt tolerant.

Although occasionally attacked by chewing insects/ caterpillars, Powderpuff is generally pest free.

Landscape use - Specimen plant, may be used as a thick screen or hedge when planted on 5-8 foot centers, also used as a container plant. Should be pruned to maintain form and to increase overall density.

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