Anigozanthos Orange Cross

Common Name: Kangaroo Paw 'Orange Cross'

Description:
Anigozanthos 'Orange Cross' is a robust perennial known for its vibrant orange, fuzzy, tubular flowers that bloom from late spring through summer. These distinctive blooms are borne on tall, highly branched stems, rising above clumps of strap-like, evergreen 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, 'Orange Cross' thrives in well-drained soils and prefers a position in full sun to light 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. This variety is also known to attract nectar-feeding birds and bees, enhancing the garden's biodiversity. 

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 120–150 cm
• Width: Approximately 60–90 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Light Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Orange

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.