Protea cynaroides

Giant Protea, King Protea

Family: Proteaceae Protea


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink
Bloom time Late Spring to Mid Summer
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, foundation, specimen
Height 36" to 4' / 90cm to 1.20m
Spread n/a
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling