Anigozanthos humilis
Cat Paws
Anigozanthos humilis is a compact kangaroo paw that acts as a great colour contrast in multiple plantings. Produces a profusion of unusual yellow and pink furry flowers and is particularly attractive in larger patio pots. Frost tender so use as summer patio or conservatory plants in temperate climates.
Contributed by @fruition100
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Full sun to partial shade
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Occasional watering
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Not Frost hardy
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Moist and fertile
Common name
Cat Paws
Latin name
Anigozanthos humilis
type
Perennial
family
Haemodoraceae
ph
5.0 - 7.5 Acid - Neutral
Plant & bloom calendar
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Best time to plant
full grown dimensions
Anigozanthos humilis
Anigozanthos humilis is a compact kangaroo paw that acts as a great colour contrast in multiple plantings. Produces a profusion of unusual yellow and pink furry flowers and is particularly attractive in larger patio pots. Frost tender so use as summer patio or conservatory plants in temperate climates.
Planting
From Early Spring TO Early Spring
Plant in full or part sun position with well drained soils. If drainage is poor, such as in most clay soils, break down the clay with gypsum or build up the bed to provide good drainage.