The Anigozanthos, commonly known as Kangaroo Paw, is an iconic Australian native plant celebrated for its vibrant, tubular flowers and adaptability. Its unique structure and dazzling flower colours make it an excellent choice for gardeners aiming to create a striking, low-maintenance, and wildlife-friendly garden however providing good drainage is essential.
Ranging in mature size, from 40cm to 2m in height, Anigozanthos – Kangaroo Paw are growing in popularity through the ‘Bush Gems’ range, offering better tolerance to humidity & seeing a diverse range of flower colours available to meet the desires of every backyard gardener.
The nectar-rich flowers attract birds, bees, and other pollinators, making it an excellent plant for supporting biodiversity. Remove old flower stems and damaged foliage to encourage fresh growth and maintain a tidy appearance.
Anigozanthos hybrid – Bush Gem – Bush Bonanza
Anigozanthos hybrid – Bush Gem – Bush Diamond
Anigozanthos hybrid – Bush Gem – Bush Inferno
Anigozanthos hybrid – Bush Gem – Jazz
To ensure healthy Kangaroo Paw plants, proper soil preparation is essential. These plants require excellent drainage to thrive and are prone to root rot in waterlogged conditions.
Soil Type: Light sandy soils are ideal, but if your garden has heavy clay soil, improvements can be made.
Improving Drainage: Mix sand or fine gravel into the soil to create a well-draining substrate. Incorporate organic matter such as compost or aged bark to enhance soil structure without retaining too much moisture. If planting in clay soil, create raised garden beds to prevent waterlogging.
pH Levels: Kangaroo Paw prefers slightly acidic to neutral soils (pH 6.0–7.5). Test your soil and adjust with sulphur or lime if necessary.
Mulching: Use a coarse mulch, like wood chips or pine bark, around the base of the plant to suppress weeds, retain moisture, and prevent direct soil compaction.
Planting Technique: Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball. Position the plant so the crown sits slightly above soil level to reduce the risk of crown rot. Backfill with the prepared soil and firm down gently around the base of the plant. Water deeply but allow the soil to dry out between watering.
Anigozanthos – Kangaroo Paw are a great addition to your Australian garden. Mass plantings provide a kaleidoscope of flower colour to your landscape.
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