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KING PROTEA CYANAROIDES

The "King Protea" is one of the most spectacular members of the Proteaceae family, and as a result, has been designated the national flower of South Africa

It is a woody shrub, with thick stems leading to clusters of pink or crimson colored flowers, arranged into large flower heads that are surrounded by large, narrow, colorful bracts and flattened, paddle- shaped leaves. The appearance of the king protea varies substantially throughout its range, and an astonishing 81 variants have been recorded.

It produces spectacular blossoms as large as 6 inches in diameter.

Ideal for low maintenance, low water use gardens.

Tolerant of most well -drained soil types and conditions.

 

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Uploaded on May 9, 2023
Taken on May 8, 2023