Calliandra eriophylla - Pink Fairyduster, Mesquitillo (Plant) Flora to the Japanese beetles munching

to the Japanese beetles munching on your roses

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Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Selected for the garden Natural Habitat Disturbed areas

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Calliandra eriophylla - Pink Fairyduster, Mesquitillo (Plant) Flora to the Japanese beetles munchingFlowers 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