Backdraft Kangaroo Paw

Backdraft Kangaroo Paw

5 Gallon
$56.00
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Backdraft Kangaroo Paw

Anigozanthos 'Backdraft'

Fiery red-orange kangaroo paw for vibrant, warm color accents.

$56.00
Container sizeSize guide 5 Gallon

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Description

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.

  • Fiery Red-Orange Velvety Flowers: Boasts intensely colored flowers in a vibrant spectrum of red and orange, like a glowing fire.

  • Strong, Upright Growth Habit: Forms a vigorous, well-structured clump that holds its flower stems aloft without flopping.

  • Prolific Bloomer: Produces a generous number of flower stems over its blooming period for maximum color impact.

  • Heat and Sun Loving: Performs best in full sun and warm temperatures, with minimal water once established.

  • Versatile Landscape Accent: Effective as a medium-height focal point, in mass plantings, or in large decorative containers.

Quick Facts

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  • Mature height: 2–3 ft
  • Mature spread: 2–3 ft
  • Light: Full sun

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  • Features:Foliage: Sword-shaped, gray-green leaves forming dense, grass-like clumps.Flowers: Fuzzy, tubular flowers with distinctive curved tips resembling kangaroo paws; rich, deep red in color. Flower stems rise upright above the foliage.Habit: Evergreen perennial with a clumping form. Long-lasting blooms are excellent for cut flower arrangements.
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Key Advantages:Striking, velvety deep red flowers with a long vase life.Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators.Drought tolerant once established.Architectural form adds bold vertical interest
  • Landscape Uses:Perennial borders and focal points.Container and patio gardens.Cut flower gardens.Water-wise and xeriscape landscapes.Coastal gardens

Faqs

Q: How does it compare to 'Bush Ranger'?
A: 'Backdraft' is generally larger in overall size (plant and flowers) and often has a more orange-toned red compared to the deeper, truer red of 'Bush Ranger'. 'Backdraft' makes a bigger visual statement.

Q: Is it disease resistant?
A: Modern hybrids like 'Backdraft' have improved resistance compared to older species. Good air circulation, avoiding overhead watering, and perfect drainage are the best defenses against fungal issues.

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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