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Protea cynaroides

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Protea cynaroides, commonly known as the King Protea, features flowers with deep crimson bracts and a cream-coloured centre from autumn through until spring. It grows as a woody shrub to about 1.2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. The King Protea is a versatile plant that is often included in a mixed planting, added to a coastal planting, planted around the pool area, or grown anywhere the beauty of the large flowers can be enjoyed.

  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Shrubs
  • Height:
    1.20 m
  • Spread:
    1.50 m
  • Flowering time:
    Spring, Autumn, Winter
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
  • Garden uses:
    Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
  • Garden styles:
    Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern

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