King Protea
Protea cynaroides
The majestic King Protea: South Africa's national flower with massive, iconic blooms.
- Plant Type
- Perennials & Annuals
- Width
- 3-4 Ft.
- Height
- 3-4 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 9 - 12
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun
- Design image count
- 2
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The King Protea is a majestic evergreen shrub renowned for its massive, bowl-shaped flower heads that can reach up to twelve inches in diameter. This woody plant features thick stems and glossy, leathery, dark green leaves that provide a lush backdrop for its spectacular pink or red bracts. Ideally suited for sunny, well-drained gardens in USDA zones 9 to 10, it thrives in acidic, nutrient-poor soils. It is a prized specimen for coastal landscapes and produces world-class cut flowers.