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Anigozanthos 'Big Red'

Also Known As

  • Big Red Kangaroo Paw

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Anigozanthos 'Big Red' plant details

Anigozanthos 'Big Red' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Anigozanthos 'Big Red'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: haemodoraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anigozanthos 'Big Red'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Anigozanthos 'Big Red' plant

How to Grow Anigozanthos 'Big Red'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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