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Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw
Anigozanthos 'Kanga Red'
Pronunciation: an-ih-go-ZAN-thos
SKU #09405
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE:
Foliage reaches 12 to 14 in. tall; blooms reach 20 to 24 in. tall.
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| Description | This tough, durable, drought resistant perennial provides bold color with clusters of unique, velvety, tubular, rich red flowers on slender, fuzzy stalks emerging from clumps of upright, sword-like, green leaves. An excellent, long-lasting cut flower. Great for adding color and texture to borders and containers. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Conebush (Leucodendron); Aeonium (Aeonium); Phormium (Phormium); Senecio (Senecio); Ice Plant (Delosperma) |
| Care Instructions | Requires lean, very well-drained, sandy to loamy soil; avoid soggy soils. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; blooms best with consistent summer water, but tolerates some drought. Feed sparingly. Remove spent bloom stems at base. Remove old, faded foliage as needed. |
Details
| Description | This tough, durable, drought resistant perennial provides bold color with clusters of unique, velvety, tubular, rich red flowers on slender, fuzzy stalks emerging from clumps of upright, sword-like, green leaves. An excellent, long-lasting cut flower. Great for adding color and texture to borders and containers. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Conebush (Leucodendron); Aeonium (Aeonium); Phormium (Phormium); Senecio (Senecio); Ice Plant (Delosperma) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Requires lean, very well-drained, sandy to loamy soil; avoid soggy soils. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; blooms best with consistent summer water, but tolerates some drought. Feed sparingly. Remove spent bloom stems at base. Remove old, faded foliage as needed. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw produce flowers?
Spring through fall
Is Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw evergreen or deciduous?
Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw?
Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure
How fast does Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw grow?
Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw in my landscape?
Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw flowers?
Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw?
Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw?
Good companion plants for Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw include: Conebush (Leucodendron); Aeonium (Aeonium); Phormium (Phormium); Senecio (Senecio); Ice Plant (Delosperma).
How do I care for Kanga Red Kangaroo Paw?
Requires lean, very well-drained, sandy to loamy soil; avoid soggy soils. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; blooms best with consistent summer water, but tolerates some drought. Feed sparingly. Remove spent bloom stems at base. Remove old, faded foliage as needed.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.