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Anigozanthos flavidus

Anigozanthos flavidus
Kangaroo paw

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A striking plant with bouquets of yellow chartreuse flowers tinged with red.
Height at maturity
1.80 m
Spread at maturity
70 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -4°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil
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Recommended planting time March to June
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Flowering time May to July, September
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Description

Anigozanthos flavidus, commonly known as Kangaroo Paw, forms a dense clump, 50 to 60 cm (20 to 24in) tall, of evergreen, narrow and upright leaves, similar to those of the iris. They are dark green and shiny. Its tall stems reach over 1.5m (5ft) in height. Curious clusters of woolly flowers appear at the top of the stems. They are chartreuse yellow tinged with red, in the shape of bent tubes, and measure 3 to 5cm (1 to 2in) in length. Five bright orange stamens protrude from the flowers. It prefers rich and well-drained soil.

Anigozanthos flavidus in pictures

Anigozanthos flavidus (Flowering) Flowering
Anigozanthos flavidus (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour multicoloured
Flowering time May to July, September
Inflorescence Spike

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.80 m
Spread at maturity 70 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Anigozanthos

Species

flavidus

Family

Haemodoraceae

Other common names

Kangaroo paw

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

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Planting and care

Originating from Australia, it can withstand short frosts of approximately -7 to -10°C (19.4 to 14°F). It should be grown on a protected patio or in a courtyard, against a west-facing wall, by the sea, alongside Diascia, Phormium, and Hebe, etc.

Planting period

Recommended planting time March to June

Intended location

Suitable for Shaded rockery, Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -4°C (USDA zone 9b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 3 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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