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PROTEA Protea cynaroides
Commonly known as Giant protea, King protea
Large bracts in shades of pale to darker pink
(UK Delivery Only)
£45.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Exotic plants
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Good to know
Floral emblem of South Africa. May need restrictive pruning under glass. -
Pests & Diseases
Chlorosis (magnesium deficiency). Failure to thrive due to overly rich medium -
Place of origin
South Africa (Western Cape, Eastern Cape). -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenRounded leaves 8-14cm (3½-5in) long, on stalks 4-18cm (1½-7in) long.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Deep pink red -
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
1-2m (3-6½ft) -
Spread
1-2m (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 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 -
Mature Size1-2m (3-6½ft)
1-2m (3-6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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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.
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Soil Conditions
Neutral to acid soilPoor, well-drained
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Protea - Care Guide
