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6th January 2021. In line with the current government lockdown rules, Burncoose Nurseries is closed to visitors. However at present we are able to offer click and collect to local customers. This will be weekdays only, not weekends.
Mail order is continuing as normal. However please allow extra time for the couriers to deliver, once despatched from us. Sorry to say that some depots are experiencing high volumes of traffic, also staff shortages.
PROTEA Protea 'Tasman Ruby'
Deep red bracts with a silvery tint
Further Reading....
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Evergreen
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Red -
Height - 1.5m (5ft) -
Spread - 1.5m (5ft)
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse - Tolerant 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) -
Full sun -
Additional Features - Exotic plants -
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Pests & Diseases - magnesium deficiency (chlorosis of leaves). Dieback (rooting medium too rich) -
Place of origin - South Africa -
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower Shape - Bowl-shaped -
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Hardiness - Half hardy (down to 0) -
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Pruning group - Pruning group 1
Suitable 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.
RHS group 1 -
Seasonal Interest - Spring -
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Soil Conditions - Neutral to acid soil -
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - poor soil
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Protea - Care Guide
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Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
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Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.20
Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
Hand made in Cornwall, these delightful natural slate labels are perfect for pots.
Comes with chalk pen. Pack of 5
Only £10.20
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