Calliandra tweedii
Brazilian Flame Bush, Trinidad Flam
Description
This shrub will grow 10-15' high and produces nice red-pink blooms. It does best partial shade to full sun. It has fine foliage, giving it a delicate appearance.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Espalier, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Filler
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.