Garden hybrid

This is a garden hybrid, bred from more than one wild species, so it has no single species page of its own.

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perennial

Kangaroo Paw

Anigozanthos x hybrida 'Landscape Gold'

The Story

Plant Bio

Anigozanthos is a genus of rhizomatous, evergreen Australian perennials characterized by fans of stiff, strap-like foliage and upright, leafless flower stems. The tubular, velvet-textured flowers feature a distinctive claw-like structure covered in fine hairs that trap moisture and intensify color.

'Landscape Gold' is a robust hybrid selection bred for high disease resistance and a tall, architectural habit reaching up to six feet in bloom. It produces branched clusters of bright yellow and gold flowers on contrasting stems from spring through summer.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides dramatic vertical structure and long-lasting, velvety golden flower spikes suitable for fresh or dried floral arrangements.

Highly drought-tolerant once established and possesses tough, fibrous foliage that is naturally resistant to deer and rabbit browsing.

The tubular flowers serve as an excellent nectar source for hummingbirds and other pollinators in North American gardens.

Garden hybrid

Bred from more than one wild species, so it has no species page of its own.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Perennial

Height

72"

Width

36"

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

9, 10

Water

Low

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Australia

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Spring – Fall

In flower about 9 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site in full sun with highly permeable, sandy or well-drained soil.
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and of equal depth, avoiding deep planting that buries the crown.
Backfill with native soil, press firmly to remove air pockets, and water deeply to settle the roots.
Apply a thin layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it clear of the foliage fans to prevent rot.

Pro Tip

Shear spent flower stems and their surrounding leaf fans completely to the ground after blooming; light shearing or leaving old fans intact stalls the development of clean replacement shoots from the rhizome.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Use a low-phosphorus fertilizer formulated specifically for native plants.
Water deeply at the base of the plant rather than overhead to keep foliage dry.
Ensure the soil drains rapidly to prevent root rot.

Don't

Do not use standard high-phosphorus fertilizers, which cause severe leaf tip burn and root damage.
Do not leave spent flower stems on the plant, as this reduces subsequent blooming vigor.
Do not plant in heavy, unamended clay soils that retain standing water.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Fertilize
Pest Check
Prune
Winter Prep

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Architectural AccentBordersContainersCut Flower GardensCoastal Gardens

Companion Plants

Salvia Lomandra Westringia Artemisia

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Kangaroo Paw questions

What zones can Kangaroo Paw grow in?

Kangaroo Paw is hardy in USDA Zones 9–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Kangaroo Paw deer resistant?

Yes — Kangaroo Paw is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Kangaroo Paw bloom?

Kangaroo Paw typically blooms in spring through fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Kangaroo Paw need full sun?

Kangaroo Paw does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Kangaroo Paw drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Kangaroo Paw handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.