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Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush)

Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) is a charming evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink powder puff flowers and fine textured foliage. The unusual blooms appear through the warmer months and create a delicate display that attracts bees and other pollinators. This compact shrub brings a tropical feel to suitable New Zealand gardens and is ideal for courtyards or containers. Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) is perfect for gardeners wanting colour and character in a small shrub.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku10851

How to grow Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) in NZ

Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) grows best in a warm sunny position with well drained fertile soil. In New Zealand it performs particularly well in sheltered gardens in warmer regions where frost is light. Choose a position protected from strong winds so the plant can grow and flower well. Water regularly during the establishment period so the roots develop strongly and support healthy growth.

Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) care tips

Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) prefers evenly moist soil but should not sit in waterlogged conditions. A light application of general garden fertiliser in spring will encourage healthy foliage and flowering. Light pruning after flowering will help maintain a compact shape and encourage bushier growth. Applying mulch around the base helps retain soil moisture and improves soil structure.

Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) size, spacing, and growth rate

Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) typically grows to around one to one point five metres tall and about the same width. It has a moderate growth rate and forms a neat rounded shrub over time. For best results allow about one metre between plants so they have room to develop properly. In suitable conditions it becomes a colourful and attractive garden feature.

Landscaping uses for Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush)

Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) is widely used in courtyard gardens, mixed shrub borders, and container plantings. The unique powder puff flowers add soft colour and texture to the landscape. It works well planted near patios, pathways, or entrances where the blooms can be appreciated up close. The compact form makes it suitable for smaller garden spaces.

Why buy Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company supplies premium Calliandra Blushing Pixie (Powder Puff Bush) plants that are grown to thrive in New Zealand conditions. As NZ’s most trusted plant nursery The Plant Company provides strong healthy plants ready to establish quickly in your garden. Customers receive expert advice, carefully grown plants, and fast nationwide delivery. When you choose {plant} from The Plant Company you can be confident you are purchasing quality plants.

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