Garden hybrid

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

5 other cultivars

perennial

Bush Gold Kangaroo Paw

Anigozanthos x hybrida 'Bush Gold'

The Story

Plant Bio

Anigozanthos is a genus of evergreen Australian perennials characterized by upright, fan-shaped clumps of strappy, sword-like foliage arising from underground rhizomes. The distinctive tubular flowers are covered in fine, velvet-like hairs and split open at the tips to resemble animal paws, held aloft on tall, branched scapes.

'Bush Gold' is a compact hybrid selection distinguished by its brilliant canary-yellow to golden-yellow flowers that bloom heavily from spring through summer. The dark green, smooth-textured foliage fans reach up to two feet tall, with the flowering stems extending the total height to three feet.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides striking vertical structure and long-lasting, velvety golden-yellow flowers that excel as fresh or dried cut specimens.

Highly drought-tolerant once established and possesses excellent resistance to deer and rabbits.

The nectar-rich tubular flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds and native bees.

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

36"

Width

24"

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

9, 10

Water

Low

Humidity

Low to 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 gritty, sandy loam that provides absolute, sharp drainage.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball but at the exact same depth to avoid burying the crown.
Backfill with native soil, press firmly around the base, and water thoroughly to settle.
Apply a low-phosphorus, slow-release native plant fertilizer sparingly in early spring as new growth emerges.
Water deeply but infrequently during the first growing season, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Pro Tip

Cut the entire spent clump of foliage and old flower stems hard to the ground, about two to four inches high, immediately after the main flowering season finishes to stimulate clean new growth from the rhizome.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Plant in highly permeable, sandy, or gritty soil to prevent root rot.
Prune the entire plant down to two inches above the soil line after the primary bloom cycle.
Use only low-phosphorus fertilizers formulated for Australian native plants.

Don't

Do not overwater during the winter dormancy period when the plant is inactive.
Do not plant in heavy, poorly drained clay soils or low spots where water collects.
Do not prune selectively by cutting only the flower stalks, which leaves untidy, declining foliage.

Seasonal Care Calendar

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

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Accent PlantCoastal GardensDrought-Tolerant BordersContainer SpecimensCut Flower Gardens

Companion Plants

Salvia clevelandii Ceanothus Lomandra longifolia Festuca glauca

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Bush Gold Kangaroo Paw questions

What zones can Bush Gold Kangaroo Paw grow in?

Bush Gold 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 Bush Gold Kangaroo Paw deer resistant?

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

When does Bush Gold Kangaroo Paw bloom?

Bush Gold 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 Bush Gold Kangaroo Paw need full sun?

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

Is Bush Gold Kangaroo Paw drought tolerant?

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