A compact kangaroo paw bearing warm orange paw flowers through spring and summer. Disease-resistant, long-flowering and a magnet for nectar-feeding birds.
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 Tango Kangaroo Paw
Botanically, Anigozanthos 'Bush Tango' is a perennial in the Haemodoraceae family, native to Western Australia. It reaches around 50 cm tall and 50 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Orange flowers appear in spring and summer.
Where to grow Bush Tango Kangaroo Paw
Bush Tango Kangaroo Paw suits Mediterranean, warm-temperate 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 Tango Kangaroo Paw does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Bush Tango 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 Tango Kangaroo Paw after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Bush Tango Kangaroo Paw in the garden
Bush Tango Kangaroo Paw earns its place for drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden, cut flowers for the vase and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Bush Tango Kangaroo Paw with species that also favour happy on low water and Mediterranean climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Buying Bush Tango Kangaroo Paw
Plant Sale lists Bush Tango Kangaroo Paw as tube stock and potted plants. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
