Suited to regions: | Subtropical, Temperate |
Plant type: | Shrubs |
Height: | 2.00 m |
Spread: | 1.50 m |
Flowering time: | Spring, Summer, Autumn |
Tolerances: | Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy |
Garden uses: | Containers, Living areas, Pool areas |
Garden styles: | Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
Also known as | Tsitsikamma Protea |
“Tsitsikamma” is a variety of Protea that produces extra-large, cream-coloured flower heads with pink-red tips from autumn through spring. It grows as a woody shrub to about 2 m tall and 1.5m wide with thick stems and large, dark green leaves. Best results with this variety are achieved when it is grown in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of extended dry periods, moderate frost, and cool climates, though some protection while establishing will benefit overall performance. This is a versatile plant that is often included in mixed plantings, added to coastal gardens, maintained in a container, planted around pool areas, or grown anywhere the beauty of the large flowers can be enjoyed.
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