Overview
Anigozanthos 'Early Spring' is a tufted conservatory greenhouse in the genus Anigozanthos, part of the Haemodoraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Anigozanthos 'Early Spring' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include low maintenance, cut flowers and wall side borders.
About
Anigozanthos 'Early Spring' is a tufted, evergreen perennial cultivar of the Anigozanthos genus, known for its long, strap-like leaves and upright stems bearing tubular, hairy, hooded flowers. Suited to conservatory or greenhouse cultivation, it thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH that can be either acid or alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is valued for low maintenance, cut flowers, and use in wall side borders, with interest in both spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Anigozanthos
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Anigozanthos 'Early Spring' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Low Maintenance, Cut flowers, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Anigozanthos 'Early Spring'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Anigozanthos 'Early Spring'?
Anigozanthos 'Early Spring' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Anigozanthos 'Early Spring' need?
Anigozanthos 'Early Spring' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Anigozanthos 'Early Spring' hardy in the UK?
Anigozanthos 'Early Spring' has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Anigozanthos 'Early Spring'?
Seed, Division.