Anigozanthos ‘Bush Gold’, commonly known as Kangaroo Paw, is a vibrant, clumping perennial that brings bold color and vertical movement into the landscape. It’s especially effective when you want something that adds energy without taking up too much space.

The foliage forms a base of narrow, grass like leaves that stay fairly low and clean. From this base, tall flower stalks rise up, creating a strong vertical element that contrasts nicely with lower, mounding plants.

The flowers are a bright golden yellow with a velvety texture, forming tubular shapes along the stems. When in bloom, they create a striking display and are highly attractive to hummingbirds.

It works well in mass plantings, as a focal accent, or repeated throughout a design to carry color and movement. The upright blooms help break up flatter plantings and draw the eye upward.

Anigozanthos ‘Bush Gold’ grows best in full sun and requires well drained soil. It performs best with moderate watering and good air circulation, especially in warmer climates.

It typically grows about 1 to 2 feet tall at the foliage, with flower stalks reaching 3 to 4 feet or more. It is well suited for USDA zones 9 through 11. The foliage is evergreen in mild climates.

This plant has low toxicity and is generally a safe choice for gardens with pets and children.

The flowers attract pollinators such as bees and are especially attractive to hummingbirds.

It is generally deer resistant.

Anigozanthos ‘Bush Gold’ fits especially well into Mediterranean, coastal, and modern garden designs, where its color and vertical form can be used to create movement and focal points.

It pairs well with plants like Grevillea 'Cousin Itt', Salvia microphylla ‘Hot Lips’ to add continuous bloom and complementary color, and Westringia 'Smokey' or other species.

Expert Tip:

I like to clean this plant up every so often by removing older flower stalks and any tired foliage at the base. It keeps the plant looking fresh and encourages more blooms, especially during the warmer months when it’s most active.

— Nick from Rooted Theory