An attractive small shrub that displays an abundance of pink to mauve pom pom like flowers with gold tips around 3 cm in diameter on terminal heads during spring and early summer. Attracts birds and insects. Occurs naturally in the mid-west coast region around Geraldton extending to Perth in Western Australia.
Australian Pink Pompom Care
Calliandra surinamensis/ emarginata
What is the plant
Humidity
Dry
Lighting
Full Sun
Hardiness zone
8 - 11
Difficulty
Easy
Hibernation
Cold Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water moderately always waiting for the substrate to be completely dry.
Pruning
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact appearance.
Fertilizer
Fertilize with mineral fertilizer in early spring.
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