Red-green Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos manglesii)

This is the most famous and most beautiful species of the kangaroo paw family. The flowers have a bright red base, green paws and stand on long pedicels which are sometimes more than a meter long. By its beautiful appearance, but also the great amount of flowers per plant, this species is sometimes offered as a cut flower. The species are represented in the coat of arms of Western Australia and can also be kept as a pot plant. Move the plant inside in a temperate climate when the temperature falls toward 5 degrees Celsius. The plant likes a sandy soil and lots of sun.

Sowing description: Sow seeds in a mix of sowing mix and sand (50-50). Slightly cover them and keep soil constantly moist. Germination occurs on a warm and sunny spot.