A compact, disease-resistant kangaroo paw bearing deep pink furry flowers over a very long season above evergreen fans. Bred for pots and small gardens, it is a magnet for honeyeaters.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 50 cm H × 50 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw
Anigozanthos 'Bush Pearl' is a fast-growing perennial in the Haemodoraceae family, native to Australia. It reaches around 50 cm tall and 50 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Pink flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw
Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw suits warm-temperate, Mediterranean and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw does best in free-draining, sandy and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw performs well with relatively little water once established. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Prune Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw in the garden
Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw earns its place for pots and courtyard containers, cut flowers for the vase, drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate as Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Buying Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw
Plant Sale lists Bush Pearl Kangaroo Paw as tube stock and potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
