Calliandra Haematocephala – Red Powder Puff

Buy the Calliandra – Red Powder Puff (Calliandra haematocephala) in Dubai & UAE — a showy evergreen flowering shrub famous for its fluffy, silky red powder-puff blooms set against fine, fern-like foliage. Discover more in our flowering plants collection, or browse the full outdoor plants range.

Why Grow Red Powder Puff in the UAE

The Red Powder Puff is a much-loved ornamental shrub in the UAE, flowering generously through much of the year and attracting butterflies, bees, and sunbirds. Its spreading, bushy habit suits informal hedges, screens, and feature plantings, while its striking red puffball flowers add a bold tropical accent to gardens.

Key Benefits

• Eye-catching fluffy red powder-puff flowers over a long season.
• Fine, fern-like evergreen foliage for year-round texture.
• Excellent as a feature shrub, informal hedge, or screen.
• Attracts butterflies, bees, and sunbirds.
• Thrives in UAE heat with regular watering.

Care Tips for the UAE

• Sunlight: Full sun to light shade for the best flowering.
• Watering: Regular watering to keep it lush; moderately drought-tolerant once established.
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
• Feeding: Feed in the growing season to support continuous blooming.
• Pruning: Prune after flowering flushes to shape and encourage fresh blooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it called Powder Puff? Its flowers are made of long silky red stamens that form soft, rounded puffball shapes resembling a powder puff.

Does it attract wildlife? Yes, the nectar-rich blooms are very attractive to butterflies, bees, and sunbirds.

Can it be used as a hedge? Yes, its bushy, spreading growth makes a colourful informal hedge or screen.

Do you deliver across the UAE? Yes, Souq Garden delivers across the UAE with free delivery on orders over AED 200.