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Anigozanthos 'Cape Amazon'

Also Known As

  • Cape Amazon Kangaroo Paw

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Anigozanthos 'Cape Amazon' plant details

Anigozanthos 'Cape Amazon' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Anigozanthos 'Cape Amazon'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: haemodoraceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, tropical

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anigozanthos 'Cape Amazon'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ideal in beds, borders and containers. Plant Red-Yellow Kangaroo Paw in full sun and water occasionally in the summer. Does best in well-drained soil. Protect from temperatures below 30 degrees F. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Gardening facts about Anigozanthos 'Cape Amazon' plant

How to Grow Anigozanthos 'Cape Amazon'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Texture

    • grassy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen
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