Anigozanthos hybrid 'Tequila Sunrise'
Tequila Sunrise Kangaroo Paw
Description
This attractive perennial reaches 3' tall and 3' wide. Leaves are strap-like, evergreen, and green. During spring and summer, fuzzy, tubular orange flowers appear. Blooms are curved at the tips. This plant needs full sun and well draining soil. It likes sandy soil. Protect from frost as it can burn leaves. After flowering period, remove old stems and leaves. Use slow release fertilizer. It requires medium amount of watering.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
Flower Color
Orange
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.