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Anigozanthos humilis Lindl.

common cat's paw

A clump-forming evergreen perennial to 45cm in height, with strap-shaped leaves and erect stems bearing racemes of tubular green, yellow, orange or red flowers 5cm in length

Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Orange Red Yellow Green
Summer Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H2
Botanical details
Family
Haemodoraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Tufted
Genus

Anigozanthos are tufted evergreen rhizomatous perennials with narrowly strap-shaped leaves and erect stems bearing simple or branched racemes of tubular, hairy, hooded flowers

Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow outdoors in moist but well-drained humus-rich sandy soil in frost-free situation. Mulch with straw or chip bark in autumn to protect plant crown over winter. Grow under glass in 3 parts peat substitute or leaf mould and 1 part each loam and sharp sand. Excellent as a cut flower

Propagation

Propagate by seed or division

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Patio and container plants
  • Low Maintenance
  • Cut flowers
  • Wall side borders
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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