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Protea cynaroides

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King or Giant Protea

 
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by: Ventura Master Gardeners        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This attractive flowering plant produces large tight clusters that are tubular in form and are surrounded by colored bracts. Therefore, a very colorful artichoke or thistle will bloom. As cut flowers, their color will endure for weeks, and their shape will remain long afterward.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

n/a

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower, Unusualshape

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Patio

 

Special Uses

Container, Cutflowers

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

To reduce soil moisture loss, apply 3-to-4 inches of organic mulch around plants - - but away from the trunk.