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Big Red Kangaroo Paws

Anigozanthos 'Big Red'

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Overview

Anigozanthos 'Big Red,' commonly known as Big Red Kangaroo Paws, boasts striking, crimson flowers that extend up to 5 ft. This evergreen perennial showcases its tubular blooms from spring through summer, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators. Preferring full sun to partial shade, it thrives in well-draining soil. With moderate water needs, 'Big Red's' drought tolerance is excellent once established, making it ideal for low-maintenance, water-wise landscapes. Frost sensitive; USDA zones 9-11.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10
Big Red Kangaroo Paws (Anigozanthos 'Big Red') — Anigozanthos 'Big Red,' commonly known as Big Red Kangaroo Paws
Big Red Kangaroo Paws (Anigozanthos 'Big Red') — crimson flowers that extend up to 5 ftBig Red Kangaroo Paws (Anigozanthos 'Big Red') — This evergreen perennial showcases its tubular blooms from spring through summer

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Haemodoraceae

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Big Red Kangaroo Paws (Anigozanthos 'Big Red') — Anigozanthos 'Big Red,' commonly known as Big Red Kangaroo Paws
Big Red Kangaroo Paws (Anigozanthos 'Big Red') — crimson flowers that extend up to 5 ft
Big Red Kangaroo Paws (Anigozanthos 'Big Red') — This evergreen perennial showcases its tubular blooms from spring through summer

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