PROTEA
PROTEA
Despite the casualties from any colder winter proteas are much easier to grow than many people imagine and can readily be grown outside in milder areas PROVIDING the soil is very free draining, acidic and low in nutrients (ie no fertiliser containing phosphates). Full sun and a south facing slope would be ideal. To avoid proteas getting wet feet it is helpful to plant them on a raised mound and add bark or grit for improved drainage. See more care details on website
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Place of origin
Australia (Victoria to northern Queensland). -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenLong, narrow leaves with woolly undersides. Flower spikes are 6-15cm (3-7in) tall, 6-7 cm (3-3½in) wide.
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Height and Spread
Usually a smallish shrub, 1m x 1.5m (3ft x 5ft) -
Full sun
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Protea - Care Guide