King Protea Size
Protea cynaroides (King Protea)
King Protea, Giant Protea
Protea cynaroides, commonly known as the King Protea or Giant Protea, features flowers with deep crimson bracts and a cream-coloured centre from autumn through until spring. It grows as a woody shrub, reaching approximately 1.2 m in height and 1.5 m in width. Protea cynaroides is a versatile plant that is often included in mixed plantings, added to coastal plantings, planted around pool areas, or grown anywhere the beauty of its large flowers can be enjoyed.
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Shrubs - Height:
1.20 m - Spread:
1.50 m - Flowering time:
Spring, Autumn, Winter - Tolerances:
Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy - Garden uses:
Containers, Living areas, Pool areas - Garden styles:
Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
