The Kangaroo Paw

Anigozanthos
The kangaroo paw is endemic to the south-west of Western Australia. It is a wonderful demonstration of the beauty of nature. I took particular interest and fascination in the kangaroo paw thanks to its brilliant colours and exciting name.

Anigozanthos ‘Amber Velvet’

Their vibrant, almost iridescent flower colours are combined with a beautifully furry texture created by the hairs that cover the stems and flowers—and provide the latter’s colour. Another oddity is the way the colour varies according to temperature, with cooler days producing more intense shades.

Anigozanthos ‘Red & Green’

Anigozanthos 'Pink Joey'

The amount of light intensity can also affect the flowers…. plants grown with some shading can have different colour intensity to ones grown in full sunshine. Thus the same species in bloom can look completely different in different environments.

Anigozanthos 'Orange Cross'

Anigozanthos ‘Yellow Gem’

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