Kangaroo Paw
Kangaroo paw, native to Western Australia, is instantly recognisable for the velvety, tubular flowers that fan out like a paw along wiry, branching stems. Its fuzzy texture and unusual colour range — from red and green to yellow, orange and near-black — bring a distinctive, contemporary edge to bouquets. As a line flower it adds height, movement and textural interest, and it dries beautifully for everlasting work. Hardy and long-lasting, it is a favourite of native, boho and garden-style design.
| Family | Haemodoraceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Southwest Australia |
| Peak season | May, June, July, August, September |
| Availability | January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December |
| Stem length | 40–80 cm |
| Vase life | 7–14 days |
| Colors | red, green, yellow, orange, pink, black, bicolor |
| Price tier | mid |
Recut the stems and strip any lower foliage, then use clean water with flower food. Watch closely for stem rot and change the water often, as the stems are prone to fouling. Display in bright, airy conditions. To dry it for everlasting work, hang the stems upside down in a dark, dry spot.
- •Recut stems and remove lower foliage
- •Use clean water with flower food
- •Watch for stem rot — change water often
- •Hang upside down in a dry spot to dry well
- •Display in bright, airy conditions
