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Products > Anigozanthos 'Bush Ranger' PP6,478   Anigozanthos 'Bush Ranger' PP6,478 - Dwarf Kangaroo Paw    [2nd Image] Habit and Cultural Information Category: Perennial Family: Haemodoraceae Origin: Australia (Australasia) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: Red Bloomtime: Spring/Fall Parentage: (A. humilis x flavidus) Height: 1-2 feet Width: 1-2 feet Exposure: Full Sun Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F Anigozanthos 'Bush Ranger' PP6,478 (Dwarf Kangaroo Paw) - Evergreen perennial that was the result of crossing Anigozanthos humilis with A. flavidus. Foliage reaches about 18" and produces red flowers on branched 2 foot tall stalks covered with red hairs from spring-fall. Plant in full sun and water occasionally to regularly spring through fall. Hardy to about 25-30 degrees F. This was one of the first of the dwarf Kangaroo paws that had good garden tolerance. Plant Patented in the US in 1988 (PP6,478).  This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Anigozanthos 'Bush Ranger' PP6,478 .     [MORE INFO]