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PROTEA Protea cynaroides
Commonly known as Giant protea, King protea
Large bracts in shades of pale to darker pink
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EvergreenRounded leaves 8-14cm (3½-5in) long, on stalks 4-18cm (1½-7in) long.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Deep pink red
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Height1-2m (3-6½ft)
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Spread1-2m (3-6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightStrong-stemmed, sparsely-branched shrub, spreading with age. Produces goblet- or bowl-shaped flowerheads 12-30cm (5-12in) across
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouseTolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)Under glass use 1 part loam with added charcoal and 3 parts grit and peat in full light
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Full sun
PROTEA Protea cynaroides
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Additional FeaturesExotic plantsGood to knowFloral emblem of South Africa. May need restrictive pruning under glass.Pests & DiseasesChlorosis (magnesium deficiency). Failure to thrive due to overly rich mediumPlace of originSouth Africa (Western Cape, Eastern Cape).Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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HardinessHalf hardy (down to 0)
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeElliptic
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Pruning groupPruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Soil ConditionsNeutral to acid soilPoor, well-drained
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Protea - Care Guide
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Buy Varieties of PROTEA Protea cynaroides
'Little Prince'
compact habit with pink outsides to the flower bracts and white insides
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