Big Roo® Orange - Anigozanthos

Big Roo® Orange is a large kangaroo paw with upright stems of fuzzy, tubular orange flowers, often tipped red, above a clump of narrow green leaves. Its tall flower display suits a sunny focal point in a spacious border or a large container where the drainage can be controlled. ## Landscape Use GreenFuse’s [botanical catalog](https://green-fuse.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/GreenFuse-Botanical_Catalog-2015.pdf) identifies Big Roo as a landscape and accent series with Orange, Red, and Yellow selections and a mature height of 48–60 inches. A [GreenFuse-attributed greenhouse catalog](https://www.gulleygreenhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Gulley-Greenhouse-Young-Plant-Catalog-2021-22.pdf) describes the Orange selection as copper-colored and gives the series a width of 24–36 inches. Big Roo suits landscapes and large containers, with mature dimensions varying by climate and culture. The [Australian National Botanic Gardens guide](https://anbg.gov.au/anigozanthos/index.html) describes kangaroo paws as useful cut flowers and recommends sunny positions with well-drained soil. ## Seasonal Interest Kangaroo paws generally flower in spring and summer, though local conditions affect timing. The Orange selection adds warm color and distinctive texture; the long stems also make it useful where blooms can rise above lower plantings. ## Siting and Care Choose full sun for strong flowering and soil that drains freely. Water regularly while plants establish and during active flowering, then avoid keeping the crown wet in cool weather. In humid or damp conditions, watch for dark leaf blotches associated with ink disease, and protect young plants from slugs and snails. ## Maintenance Remove spent flower stems and damaged foliage to keep the clump tidy. Good drainage and airflow help limit disease; avoid leaving wet organic debris packed around the crown.