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Red Bird of Paradise
Caesalpinia pulcherrima
A tropical-looking shrub with showy red powderpuff blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds from spring through fall.
Features
Red powderpuff bloomsAttracts butterflies and hummingbirdsLong bloom seasonTropical appearance
Best Uses
Color accentHummingbird gardenPool area
Ecological Value
Attracts
butterflieshummingbirds
Wildlife Value
butterflieshummingbirds
Quick Stats
Water NeedsModerate
Sun Exposurefull sun
Mature Size5 ft H × 5 ft W
Growth Ratemoderate
Maintenancelow
HardinessUSDA 9-11
Bloom SeasonSpring-Fall
Bloom ColorRed
Litter Levellow
ThornsNone
Native RegionWest Indies, Mexico
Design Styles
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Data from 2024 AMWUA “Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert” guide.