For a Bush Red Kangaroo Paw in a pot use, Use Scotts Osmocote Native Premium Potting Mix.
This specific mix is essential for your kangaroo paw because standard potting mixes contain too much phosphorus, which can kill native plants.
Scotts Osmocote Native Controlled Release Fertiliser. This low-phosphorus formula safely feeds Australian plants for 6 months. Pair it with a premium, free-draining native potting mix to prevent root rot in Perth's warm climate.
Feeding and Care Tips
- Application rate: Mix 2 to 4 tablespoons into the potting mix or apply around the base of the plant in early spring and late summer.
- Potting mix: Choose a mix that meets Australian standards and drains very quickly.
- Watering: Water well when the plant is actively growing and flowering, but do not leave a saucer of water sitting at the base.
- Sunlight: Place the pot where it gets at least 6 hours of direct sun each day