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"Our Abutilon received this afternoon was so well packed and fresh – and a very good quality, now we look forward to the blooms. "
Chris Watson


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"Many thanks for my order which arrived today in perfect condition. I now look forward to some less freezing weather when I can plant everything. Best wishes."
David Menzies


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"I telephoned to order a Clivia for my dear 96 year old neighbour. It arrived this morning in good condition brilliantly packed. You are truly wonderful, especially as the sales team at RHS Wisley had no idea of the plant I was trying to purchase!! May I send you heartfelt thanks."
Ann Powell, Leicester


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Associated Products

Vitax Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser 0.9 kg

(0.9 kg - c&p inc) £6.00

Vitax Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser 2.5 kg

(2.5 kg - c&p inc) £10.00

Vitax Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser 4.5 kg

(4.5 kg - c&p inc) £16.00

Additional Plant Details

  • Good to know - floral emblem of South Africa.
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    Place of Origin - South Africa (Western Cape, Eastern Cape).

Delivery Information

Now is our busy spring period - orders are being packed 6 days a week, however please remember it may be 10 days before you RECEIVE your plants.

Orders can also be collected in person from our Nurseries, or some of our shows - just tell us during the checkout process.

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PROTEA

Giant protea, King protea

Despite the casualties from the winter of 2010/11 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.

Burncoose Catalogue Code

Evergreen - rounded leaves 8-14cm (3½-5in) long, on stalks 4-18cm (1½-7in) long.
Medium Shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - strong-stemmed, sparsely-branched shrub, spreading with age.

Hardiness Rating

Half hardy - Plant can withstand temperatures down to 0°C (32°F)

Mature Dimensions
overall height and width of plant once mature

Height and Spread - 1-2m (3-6ft)

Preferred Location

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Full Sun

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Varieties

PROTEA Banksia spinulosa var. spinulosa
Slow growing with spiny leaves and flowers which range in colour from yellow to orange-red

PROTEA Hakea salicifolia

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Willow-leaved hakea
Willow-shaped leaves. In spring racemes of creamy-white flowers
£20.00 each


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