Baja Red Fairy Duster
Product Details
Calliandra californica, or Baja Fairy Duster, is a vibrant, low-maintenance shrub with feathery, fern-like green foliage and striking, bright red powder-puff flowers that cover the plant in late spring through summer. Its rounded, dense habit makes it perfect for garden beds, borders, or containers, while its long-lasting blooms attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. Compact yet bold, it adds architectural interest and color to arid or Mediterranean-style landscapes. Drought-tolerant and hardy in warm climates, it’s a show-stopping addition for pollinator-friendly gardens.
Our plants are propagated via tissue culture, a clonal process that results in true to type, disease-free plants that are grown on their own roots. They have been grown in ellepots to promote healthy root development.
Healthy Arrival Guarantee
Your plants are grown with care and shipped to arrive healthy and ready to thrive.
- If your plant arrives damaged, contact us within 2 days of delivery.
- Include photos of the plant and packaging.
- We’ll provide a replacement, refund, or store credit if approved.
Contact us if you have any questions.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
Orders are processed 1–3 business days after purchase
- Delivery in 5–7 business days depending on location
- Carefully packed to protect plants in transit
- Tracking provided once shipped
We recommend being available to receive your plants on delivery to avoid weather exposure.
Returns & Guarantee
- 2-day claim window after delivery
- If your plant arrives damaged, contact us with photos
- We’ll provide a replacement, refund, or store credit if approved
Due to the nature of live plants, returns are not accepted.
Product specifications
| Genus Name | |
|---|---|
| Species Name | |
| Also Known As | Baja Fairy Duster, Fairy Duster Plant |
| USDA Zones | |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun |
| Growth Rate | |
| Mature Height | |
| Color | Green, Blue |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Characteristics | Flowering, Evergreen, Attracts pollinators, Deer-resistant, Drought resistant, Fast-growing, Disease resistant |
Planting & Care
Give your landscape plants a strong start by planting during the ideal season for your area - often spring or fall. Pay attention to soil conditions, ensuring good drainage and suitability for each plant. Small adjustments, like amending soil or fine-tuning watering, can make a big difference in their growth.
MicroStarts' plants in 1 gallon nursery pots are a more mature, ready-to-grow alternative to our specialty product, starter plants.
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