Anigozanthos flavidus Red

Common Name: Red Kangaroo Paw

Description:
Anigozanthos flavidus 'Red' is a robust evergreen perennial native to southwestern Australia, renowned for its striking bright red, tubular flowers that bloom from late spring through summer. These velvety, bird-attracting blooms are borne on tall, leafless stems that rise above clumps of long, strap-like green foliage. The unique shape of the flowers, resembling a kangaroo's paw, adds architectural interest to gardens and floral arrangements. In Melbourne's climate, this plant thrives in well-drained soils and prefers a position in full sun to part shade. It is drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering during extended dry periods. Regular removal of spent flower stems at the base encourages continuous blooming and maintains a tidy appearance. 'Red' Kangaroo Paw is an excellent choice for use as a feature plant in garden beds, containers, or landscape settings, providing a vibrant splash of color and attracting nectar-feeding birds and bees. 

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 1.2–1.5 meters
• Width: Approximately 0.5–1 meter

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Bright Red

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Australian Native
• Drought Tolerant
• Bird Attracting
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Suitable for Cut Flowers

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Grevillea
• Leptospermum (Tea Tree)
• Westringia (Coastal Rosemary)
• Dianella (Flax Lily)
• Lomandra

These companions thrive in similar conditions and enhance the visual appeal of Australian native gardens.