Anigozanthos ‘Bush Surprise’ (Kangaroo Paw – Bush Surprise)
Anigozanthos ‘Bush Surprise’ (Kangaroo Paw – Bush Surprise)
Average hight: 140mm pot, 400-500mm (from top of pot)
Anigozanthos ‘Bush Surprise’, commonly known as Kangaroo Paw – Bush Surprise, is a vibrant Australian native plant renowned for its striking red and orange flowers. The tall, tubular blooms with a velvety texture rise above compact, grass-like green foliage, creating a stunning display. These flowers attract birds and pollinators, adding life and movement to your garden.
Hardy and low-maintenance, Kangaroo Paw – Bush Surprise thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Its compact size makes it perfect for borders, rockeries, or containers, adding bold colour and unique form to any landscape. This eye-catching perennial is a must-have for native plant
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Mature height
0.6-1 meter
Mature width
0.5-0.8 meters
Spacing
0.8-1 meter
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Vibrant red and orange flowers with green grass-like foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer (September to February)
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Low-maintenance; requires well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry periods and remove spent flower stems to encourage fresh growth. Protect from heavy frost.