Big Red’ Red Kangaroo Paw

Anigozanthos ‘Big Red’ Red Kangaroo Paw

Anigozanthos ‘Big Red’ is an iconic Australian native plant that boasts brilliant red flowers. With a one-gallon sized pot, this Red Kangaroo Paw Plant is perfect for enthusiastic gardeners. This long-lived plant enjoys a sunny climate and grows well in most soil conditions – adding year-round beauty to your garden. It is an evergreen perennial with fuzzy rich red flowers that look like claws that rise high above the iris-like foliage from spring through fall (nearly year round along coast). It grows 4-6 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide. 

Growing ‘Big Red’ Red Kangaroo Paw

• Thrives in well-draining soil, preferably sandy or loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
• Water regularly, especially during dry spells, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Prefers full sun, needing at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
• Tolerates heat well but may benefit from some afternoon shade in extremely hot climates.
• Prune spent flower stems to encourage new growth and prolong flowering.
• Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11.

Shipping Info

Your plant will be shipped with the roots wrapped in plastic and ready to plant upon arrival. These have been growing 1 gallon containers.  The plants will be between 10 to 12 inches in height with well-developed roots.