Plant Database
Backdraft Kangaroo Paw
Anigozanthos ‘Backdraft’
Backdraft Kangaroo Paw is a vibrant and eye-catching variety named for its intense, fiery flower color. Its velvety blooms are a rich, saturated red with hints of orange, resembling glowing embers. It forms a medium-sized, upright clump of blue-green foliage and flowers prolifically from spring into summer. A robust plant, it adds a powerful shot of warm color to sunny borders and is another excellent choice for attracting hummingbirds and creating stunning cut flowers.
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Fiery Red-Orange Velvety Flowers: Boasts intensely colored flowers in a vibrant spectrum of red and orange, like a glowing fire.
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Strong, Upright Growth Habit: Forms a vigorous, well-structured clump that holds its flower stems aloft without flopping.
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Prolific Bloomer: Produces a generous number of flower stems over its blooming period for maximum color impact.
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Heat and Sun Loving: Performs best in full sun and warm temperatures, with minimal water once established.
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Versatile Landscape Accent: Effective as a medium-height focal point, in mass plantings, or in large decorative containers.