PROTEA Protea 'Pink Crown'
PROTEA Protea 'Pink Crown'
Compact habit. Pale pink flowers
£30.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Exotic plants
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Good to know
A P. cynaroides miniature. A good container subject -
Pests & Diseases
Magnesium deficiency may result in chlorosis of the leaves. Failure to thrive due to over rich mediumFailure to thrive usually means medium is too rich -
Place of origin
Garden origin. New Zealand -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreen
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Bowl-shaped
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Patio / pot plants
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Rockery (inc alpine)
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Orbicular
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Height
60cm (24in) -
Spread
50cm (20in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
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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.
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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)Under glass use 1 part loam with added charcoal and 3 parts grit and peat in full light -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Neutral to acid soil
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soilPoor soil
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Full sun
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
50cm (20in)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Protea - Care Guide