Rare and unusual perennial plants for the Mediterranean climate.


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Macropidia fuliginosa

 

Scientific Name:

Macropidia fuliginosa  

Common Name:

Black Kangaroo Paw

Deciduous vs. Evergreen

evergreen

Perennial vs. Annual

perennial

Shade vs. Sun

full sun

Height x Width
& How Stands

12-24” X 12-24”

Flower Color
& Bloom Time

jet black buds release clusters of electric green/yellow blooms dusted black in spring-summer

Zone

hardy to 25-30° F

Description, Notes

[WE ARE CURRENTLY NOT GROWING THIS PLANT. FOR INFORMATION ONLY] Australian native which attracts hummingbirds; nice in containers; well drained soil helps with disease resistance; drought resistant; great cut flower






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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.

All plants are classified under USDA hardiness zones.

 

 

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