Anigozanthos 'Red Cross'

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Red Cross Kangaroo Paws

Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: San Marcos Growers

Description

Red Cross Kangaroo Paws has spectacular, tall (4'-5'), multi- branched stems with rich burgundy coloration on both flowers and stems. The flowers open to reveal a green interior. It is a good strong grower with very dark red flowers.- San Marcos Growers

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.