Anigozanthos flavidus x rufus
'Bush Sunset'
Red Kangaroo Paw

Description

Anigozanthos flavidus x rufus 'Bush Sunset' is part of the Bush Gem® collection out of Australia. Kangaroo Paws are native to Western Australia and are often found in areas that are frequently affected by wildfires. Generally the taller the plant the tougher the plant, as many dwarfs are seen to be not as tolerant of extreme conditions. Kangaroo Paws are named as such because the flower resembles the fuzzy paw of the Kangaroo. 'Bush Sunset' was bred by the late Merv Turner for ink spot resistance and has also shown resistance to root rot and rust. This Red Kangaroo Paw has smaller flowers than A. 'Big Red' and puts on a show of dark red flowers on spikes in the Spring that are 5-6' tall and is a great variety for the landscape or cut flower production. The foliage is typical of other Kangaroo Paw, sword-like and the habit is upright, growing 1-2 foot tall.

Hardiness: USDA Zones 9-10
Plant Use: Flowering Perennial
Exposure: Full Sun
Water Requirements: Low, Requires good drainage

Liner Sizes: 72 cell from tissue culture Check Availability New for 2010!