Calliandra eriophylla - Pink Fairyduster, Mesquitillo (Plant) Perennial A compact manzanita groundcover recommended

A compact manzanita groundcover recommended for small gardens

and is tough as nails

It is fairly slow growing and low maintenance

A beautiful shrub popular with butterflies

n & c Central CA

Calliandra eriophylla - Pink Fairyduster, Mesquitillo (Plant) Perennial A compact manzanita groundcover recommendedFlowers 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