Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos) – Australian Native Flowering Plant
Attracts bees and other pollinators
Category : Blooming Beauties
Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos) – Iconic Australian Native
Add a touch of Australian beauty to your garden with Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos), one of Australia's most recognisable native flowering plants.
Named for its distinctive paw-shaped flowers, Kangaroo Paw produces striking blooms held above attractive, grass-like foliage. Its unique flowers make it an excellent feature plant for garden beds, pots and containers.
Kangaroo Paw is also a fantastic choice for attracting bees and other pollinators, while the flowers can be enjoyed as long-lasting cut flowers.
🌸 Why Grow Kangaroo Paw?
- Iconic Australian native flowering plant
- Distinctive paw-shaped flowers
- Beautiful and long-lasting blooms
- Excellent feature plant for gardens and pots
- Attracts pollinators
- Great for sunny, low-maintenance gardens
- Excellent choice for Australian and Sydney gardens
- Flowers can be used as cut flowers
Botanical Name: Anigozanthos
Common Name: Kangaroo Paw
Plant Type: Australian Native Flowering Plant
Best Position: Full sun
Suitable For: Garden beds, pots and containers
🌱 Care Instructions
☀️ Position:
Plant in full sun for the best growth and flowering. Aim for at least 5–6 hours of direct sunlight each day.
💧 Watering:
Water thoroughly after planting. Once established, Kangaroo Paw is relatively drought tolerant, but regular watering during prolonged hot and dry periods will support better flowering. Allow the soil to dry slightly between watering.
🌱 Soil:
Use well-draining soil. Kangaroo Paw does not like constantly wet or waterlogged conditions.
🌿 Fertilising:
Apply a suitable native plant fertiliser during the growing season. Avoid excessive fertiliser, particularly high-phosphorus fertilisers.
✂️ Pruning:
After flowering, remove spent flower stems and old or damaged foliage. A tidy-up helps encourage fresh growth and future flowering.
🪴 Growing in Pots:
Kangaroo Paw grows well in containers. Use a quality free-draining potting mix and ensure the pot has good drainage.
☔ Wet Weather:
Good drainage is particularly important during Sydney's wetter periods. Avoid allowing the plant to sit in constantly wet soil.
🌸 Flowering:
Maximum sunlight, good drainage and appropriate watering will encourage healthy growth and abundant flowering.
Care requirements may vary depending on the Anigozanthos variety, weather and growing conditions.
