Protea compacta
PINK LADY PROTEA, BOT RIVER SUGAR BUSH
Proteaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
3.5m
Plant habit
 
2.5m

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Origins: Southern Africa

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Protea compacta
PINK LADY PROTEA, BOT RIVER SUGAR BUSH
Proteaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
3.5m
Plant habit
 
2.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: crimson

Flowering Time: early spring to late summer


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits coastal, contemporary, dry style & mediterranean designs

Uses: border, informal screen, pot, large planter

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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