Kangaroo Paw Red Tall 1.5 L Pot
AU$14.00
Price incl. GST (10%) AU$1.27
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Product Details
Description
Anigozanthos ‘Red Tall’ Kangaroo Paw is a striking Australian native perennial famous for its vibrant deep red, velvety flowers held on tall upright stems. The unique flower shape resembles a kangaroo’s paw, making it one of the most recognisable native plants in Australia.
This variety creates dramatic colour in gardens and attracts birds, especially honeyeaters, throughout the flowering season.
Features
- Brilliant tall red flower spikes
- Velvety tubular flowers
- Long flowering season from spring to summer
- Excellent bird-attracting native plant
- Great cut flower for arrangements
- Ideal for modern Australian landscapes
Height & Width
- Height: approximately 1.5–2 metres
- Width: around 60 cm–1 metre
Growing Conditions in Perth
This plant performs extremely well in Perth because it loves:
- Full sun
- Well-drained sandy or native soil
- Warm dry climate
- Good air circulation
It tolerates Perth’s hot summers once established.
Care Tips in Perth
Watering
- Water regularly during establishment
- Once established, water moderately
- Avoid constantly wet soil, especially in winter
Fertiliser
Use a low-phosphorus native fertiliser during spring and early summer.
Pruning
- Remove old flower stems after blooming
- Cut damaged foliage near the base to encourage fresh growth
Disease Prevention
Tall kangaroo paws can sometimes develop black ink spot fungus. To reduce problems:
- Plant in full sun
- Avoid overhead watering
- Remove dead leaves regularly
- Maintain airflow around the plant
Why It Is So Popular
- Stunning bright red flowers
- Iconic Australian native appearance
- Very attractive to pollinators and birds
- Excellent feature plant for landscaping
- Drought tolerant once mature
- Works beautifully in native and coastal gardens
Landscaping Uses
- Feature planting
- Native garden displays
- Coastal gardens
- Bird-friendly gardens
- Mass planting for colour impact
- Large decorative pots
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Kangaroo Paw Red Tall 1.5 L Pot
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