.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Dwarf Powder Puff Calliandra emarginata, Standard (Dwarf Powder Puff) Description A compact shrub featuring fluffy, powder puff-like flowers in vibrant shades. Ideal for adding color and texture to gardens and landscapes while requiring minimal space. Suggested Uses Perfect for borders, containers, pollinator gardens, and small-scale landscaping projects. Its attractive blooms attract butterflies and hummingbirds, enhancing outdoor spaces. Plant Details Botanical Name: Dwarf Powder Puff Calliandra emarginata, Standard (Dwarf Powder Puff) Common Name: Dwarf Powder Puff Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2–3 feet in height with a spreading habit. Hardiness Zones: 10–11 Foliage Type: Deciduous or semi-evergreen Bloom Time: Spring to Summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Use caution; contains toxic parts if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Other drought-tolerant plants and succulents Care Tips Planting Instructions: Preferably in well-draining soil, plant after frost danger in spring. Soil Moisture: Moderate watering; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Soil Type: Loamy or sandy soils Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after bloom to maintain shape Winter Care: Protect from frost; mulching recommended in colder areas Planting Depth: Plant with root ball level with soil surface Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer monthly during growing season Special Care: Minimal; ensure good drainage and full sun exposure
