red-and-green kangaroo paw

How to Grow and Care for red-and-green kangaroo paw

red-and-green kangaroo paw · Anigozanthos manglesii
Also known as: kangaroo's foot plant

Grow outdoors in moist but well-drained humus-rich sandy soil in frost-free situation. Mulch with straw or chip bark in autumn to protect plant crown over winter. Grow under glass in 3 parts peat substitute or leaf mould and 1 part each loam and sharp sand. Excellent as a cut flower

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing red-and-green kangaroo paw

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow outdoors in moist but well-drained humus-rich sandy soil in frost-free situation. Mulch with straw or chip bark in autumn to protect plant crown over winter. Grow under glass in 3 parts peat substitute or leaf mould and 1 part each loam and sharp sand. Excellent as a cut flower

How to Water red-and-green kangaroo paw?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for red-and-green kangaroo paw?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for red-and-green kangaroo paw?

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What Soil Is Best for red-and-green kangaroo paw?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for red-and-green kangaroo paw?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize red-and-green kangaroo paw?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune red-and-green kangaroo paw?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate red-and-green kangaroo paw?

Propagate by seed or division

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How to Transplant red-and-green kangaroo paw?

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How to Care for red-and-green kangaroo paw in Winter?

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How to Plant red-and-green kangaroo paw?

Grow outdoors in moist but well-drained humus-rich sandy soil in frost-free situation. Mulch with straw or chip bark in autumn to protect plant crown over winter. Grow under glass in 3 parts peat substitute or leaf mould and 1 part each loam and sharp sand. Excellent as a cut flower

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How to Repot red-and-green kangaroo paw?

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How to Harvest red-and-green kangaroo paw?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally trouble free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of red-and-green kangaroo paw

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Attributes of red-and-green kangaroo paw

Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitTufted
OriginWestern Australia

Scientific Classification

Species
Anigozanthos manglesii
Genus
Anigozanthos
Family
Haemodoraceae
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