Anigozanthos flavidus 'Bush Gold'

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Bush Gold Kangaroo Paw

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Description

This evergreen perennial forms clumps with foliage reaching 2' high. From spring through summer emerge the bright yellow tubular flower buds that flare open at tips like a paw, about 3' tall. This plant prefers full sun in well draining soil. Fertilize only in spring.

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.