

KANGAROO PAW:
WHAT DO THEY MEAN & WHEN TO GIFT
IMPORTANT GIFTING NOTES FOR KANGAROO PAW

Kangaroo Paw For Gifting: Do's
- If you’re looking for a flower that’s suitable for someone with allergies, look no further! Kangaroo Paws are known for their low pollen count, making them a popular bloom for bouquets.
- The Kangaroo Paw plant is pet-friendly, so no qualms about that!

Kangaroo Paw For Gifting: Don'ts
- Under the right conditions, Kangaroo Paws are susceptible to ‘ink disease’ whereby fungus causes black blotches to appear on the leaves.
- Apart from ink disease, Kangaroo Paws are also vulnerable to other fungal diseases like root rot. If you know someone who’s sensitive to mold, this might not be the right gift for them.
- Those with sensitive skin may face irritation from the hairy flowers.
KANGAROO PAW FLOWER CARE 101

Basic Care Steps For Cut Kangaroo Paws
- After unwrapping your bunch, remove all foliage that is below the water level.
- Pop them into a clean vase with fresh room-temperature water.
- Need more tips? Read our Flower Care Guide for more information.
Pro-Tips for Kangaroo Paw Flower Care
- To reduce the risk of air pockets forming at the base of the stems, you can trim them under water
- Keep the flowers out of direct sunlight, and as cool as possible without freezing.

KANGAROO PAW: A HISTORY
DID YOU KNOW?
KANGAROO PAW VARIETIES
Anigozanthos Manglesii
(Red and Green Kangaroo Paw)
- Red and green flowers supported by a red stalk that can grow up to 1 m
- Flowers around July- Nov
- Western Australia’s official floral emblem
- No scent
Anigozanthos Rufus
(Red Kangaroo Paw)
- Red flowers
- Flowers around Sept – Dec
- This was the first Anigozanthos species to ever be described
- No scent
Anigozanthos Humilis
(Catspaw)
- Yellow, red and orange flowers
- Flowers around July-Nov
- The most widespread species
- No scent