Anigozanthos Kangaroo Paw Pink

Description

Bush Pearl Pink Kangaroo Paw

Anigozanthos ‘Bush Pearl’

Growing Conditions

SUNLIGHT

Full sun for at least 6 hours daily; tolerates light afternoon shade in hot inland areas

WATERING

Twice weekly in summer, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce to once weekly in winter. Water at the base, avoiding wetting foliage to prevent ink spot disease

SOIL TYPE

Well-draining sandy or loam soil with added compost; slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0). Excellent drainage is essential as plants are prone to root rot

TEMPERATURE

5–35°C; frost-tender and requires protection below 2°C

HUMIDITY

Low to moderate humidity; prefers drier conditions similar to its native Western Australian habitat

FERTILISING

Monthly from spring to autumn with a low-phosphorus native plant fertiliser; avoid high-phosphorus fertilisers which can cause toxicity

GROWTH RATE

Moderate; reaches flowering size within 12–18 months from planting, with peak flowering in spring and summer

MATURE SIZE

0.6–0.8 metres height x 0.5–0.6 metres spread

Indoor Suitability

Can be grown indoors in a very bright spot near a sunny window, but performs best outdoors where it receives direct sunlight and good air circulation. Indoor specimens often become leggy and flower less prolifically than garden-grown plants.

Did You Know?

The fuzzy texture of kangaroo paw flowers comes from dense velvety hairs called trichomes that serve a dual purpose: they protect the flower from Australia’s intense UV radiation while also creating a perfect landing platform that guides bird pollinators’ beaks directly into the nectar-rich tubular flowers.