Description
The "Ruby Velvet" cultivar of Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos) is celebrated for its deep red flowers that bring warmth and elegance to the garden. Flowering year-round but with a focus on the warmer months, it creates a continuous display of rich colour. Being drought-hardy once established, "Ruby Velvet" requires minimal watering, and its adaptability to in-ground or pot planting offers endless possibilities to enhance garden spaces.
Whether serving as a captivating centerpiece or mingling with other native plants, "Ruby Velvet" thrives in full sun and can be planted in various soil types, with sandy soils benefiting from organic matter improvement. Fertilise with native fertiliser in Djilba (late winter to early spring) and Djeran (autumn) for optimal growth. Early Djeran (autumn) pruning refreshes the plant, ensuring that the "Ruby Velvet" continues to charm and add a touch of luxury to your garden throughout the year.
| Botanical Name | Anigozanthos flavidus hybrid |
| Common Name | Kangaroo Paw |
| Cultivar | Ruby Velvet™ |
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Classification |
Kangaroo Paws |
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| Origin | Western Australia |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30 - 40 cm |
| Width | 30 - 40 cm |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Plant in sandy/loamy soil enriched with aged compost/soil conditioner. Sensitive to fresh manures. Can be planted in a pot/container in a native potting mix. |
| Water Requirement | Water moderately through hot weather for best results. Once established, will only require hand-watering in cool weather during long periods of drought. |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Deep red |
| Flower Time | Djilba - Bunuru (Early Spring to Late Summer), can also flower during Djeran (Autumn) |
| Toxicity | Moderately toxic to dogs if ingested. Mildly toxic to other pets and humans if ingested. |
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