Overview
Anigozanthos 'Regal Velvet'PBR is a tufted conservatory greenhouse in the genus Anigozanthos, part of the Haemodoraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Anigozanthos 'Regal Velvet'PBR 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 'Regal Velvet' is a cultivar of the Anigozanthos genus, which comprises tufted, evergreen perennials growing from rhizomes. This plant features long, strap-like leaves and upright stems that bear racemes of tubular, hairy, hooded flowers. Suited to conservatories or greenhouses, it thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is ideal for low-maintenance planting, cut flowers, or wall-side borders, with interest during spring and summer.
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 'Regal Velvet'PBR 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 'Regal Velvet'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Anigozanthos 'Regal Velvet'PBR?
Anigozanthos 'Regal Velvet'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Anigozanthos 'Regal Velvet'PBR need?
Anigozanthos 'Regal Velvet'PBR grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Anigozanthos 'Regal Velvet'PBR hardy in the UK?
Anigozanthos 'Regal Velvet'PBR 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 'Regal Velvet'PBR?
Seed, Division.