Calliandra surinamensis, Pink Poodle

Plant Group: Evergreen

Genus: Calliandra

Species Var: surinamensis

Common Name: Pink poodle

Height: 3m

Width: 3m

Rate of growth: Moderate

Foliage: Fine, feathery green foliage with a soft, delicate appearance. The foliage creates a light, airy canopy and gives the plant an attractive, textured form year-round.

Flowers: Soft pom-pom pink flowers appear along the branches in spring. The fluffy blooms are highly ornamental and add colour and softness to the plant’s elegant structure.

Fruit: Small seed pods may develop after flowering, typical of the Calliandra genus.

Quick Facts:

Habitat & Distribution: Native to tropical South America. Suited to warm climates and performs well in protected gardens with good light and drainage. Best in frost-free or low-frost areas.

Growth Habits & Uses: A small evergreen tree or shrub with a multi-trunked, low-branching form. Ideal as a feature plant, soft screening option, or ornamental addition to subtropical and tropical-style gardens. Its unusual flowers make it a standout in residential landscapes.

Cultivation Notes: Prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established, but frost tender. Benefits from a warm, sheltered position and occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.

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