I am a compact medium sized Kangaroo Paw that forms a good sized clump.
I produce bold red large flower heads, mainly in spring and summer and spot flower at other times.
I am excellent at attracting birds to the garden
I make a great and long lived cut flower.
I enjoy hot Mediterranean climates and am not as vigorous in humid climates where I do better when grown in pots.
I will perform at my best if you feed me before flowering with a quality slow release fertiliser.
Removing spent flowers and foliage at the base will improve my appearance and improve airflow from which I will benefit.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I am a unique Australian native, just as happy in large pots and containers as I am planted out in the garden
I produce masses of velvety red flowers mostly in spring. I am a great cut flower
My long lived blooms attract honey eaters and other small nectar feeding birds
Features
I thrive in full sun and tolerate partial shade
Height: 0.6m Width: 0.45m(Size at point of sale approx. 50cm including pot)
I need minimal water once established but perform at my best in consistently moist soils
I do well in most soils but thrive in sandy soils. Hardy I tolerate extremes of temperature
Plant features
Cut flowers
Heat tolerant
Light Red flowers
Green foliage
Flowers Sep-Dec
Plant me:
- In garden beds and general landscaping
- In pots and other containers
- In native and wildlife gardens
Tips for success
Fertilise me regularly and cut back spent flowers to keep me looking at my best
Plant at least 0.3m apart.
Choose a full sun to partly shaded position.
Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.
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