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If you're looking to buy protea for your New Zealand garden, you've come to the right place. Proteas are some of the most spectacular flowering shrubs you can grow, known for their unique blooms, hardy nature, and striking colours. Whether you're creating a native garden, searching for drought-tolerant plants, or simply want eye-catching garden features, proteas are an excellent choice for Kiwi gardeners. With a variety of types and sizes available, it's easy to find the perfect protea for your landscape.

Protea 'Pink Ice' large pink flower and olive green foliage.

Protea 'Pink Ice'

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Protea 'Pink Ice' produces large, pink-tinged flower heads from autumn through spring. It grows as a woody shrub to about 2 m tall and the same wide with thick stems and narrow, green leaves.

From $50.99

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 2.00 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
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Protea 'Tsitsikamma'

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Protea 'Tsitsikamma' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces bold flower heads in soft pink to red tones with a silvery sheen. This eye catching variety is well suited to New Zealand gardens where free draining soil and full sun are available.

From $44.09

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Grevillea lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha' pink flowers amidst dark green foliage.
Grevillea lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha'

Grevillea lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha' is a popular evergreen groundcover shrub admired for its dense, spreading habit and masses of pink and cream...

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Protea neriifolia flower.
Protea neriifolia (Oleander Leaf Protea)

Protea neriifolia is a spectacular evergreen shrub known for its large velvety flower heads in shades of pink and cream with dark feathered tips...

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Protea 'Little Prince' flower.
Protea 'Little Prince'

Protea 'Little Prince' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its large soft pink flower heads with a silvery sheen. Flowering from autumn into...

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An elegant Protea 'Passion' flower with olive green foliage.
Protea 'Passion'

Protea 'Passion' is a captivating evergreen shrub renowned for its large, rosy pink blooms that bring elegance and drama to New Zealand gardens. This...

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Protea obtusifolia flower.
Protea obtusifolia (Sugarbush Protea)

Protea obtusifolia is a hardy evergreen shrub valued for its attractive foliage and striking flower heads that appear in warm seasons. This resilient...

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Protea neriifolia 'Silver Tips' red-pink flower with silver tips.
Protea neriifolia 'Silver Tips'

Protea neriifolia 'Silver Tips' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink blooms edged with delicate silver tips. Well suited to New...

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Protea Frosted Fire red flowers.
Protea 'Frosted Fire'

Protea 'Frosted Fire' is a stunning evergreen shrub that produces striking flower heads with soft pink and cream tones, creating a refined and eye...

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Protea repens alba white flower.
Protea repens 'Alba'

Protea repens 'Alba' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its creamy white flowers that bloom generously through autumn and winter. Well suited...

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Protea franciscan flowers.
Protea 'Franciscan'

Protea 'Franciscan Hybrid' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its large flower heads in warm tones that create strong visual appeal. This hardy...

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Protea Susara flowers.
Protea 'Susara'

Protea 'Susara' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces soft pink flower heads with a refined and elegant appearance. This variety is well suited...

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Protea Clarks Red flower.
Protea 'Clarks Red'

Protea 'Clarks Red' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces bold red flower heads which create strong visual impact in the garden. This hardy...

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Protea scolymocephala light green flowers.
Protea scolymocephala

Protea scolymocephala is a distinctive evergreen shrub valued for its unusual flower heads and fine textured foliage. This hardy plant is well suited...

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Protea 'Limelight'

Protea 'Limelight' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces large, lime green flower heads with a soft glow that stands out in the garden. This...

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Protea 'Fiery Sunset'

Protea 'Fiery Sunset' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces vivid orange to red flower heads, creating a warm and dramatic display. This...

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Protea New Moon flower.
Protea 'New Moon'

Protea 'New Moon' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces elegant creamy white flower heads with subtle green tones. This refined variety adds...

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Protea Pixie pink flower.
Protea 'Pixie'

Protea 'Pixie' is a compact evergreen shrub that produces attractive flower heads in soft pink to red tones. This smaller growing variety is ideal...

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Protea Susanne flowers and green foliage.
Protea 'Susanne'

Protea 'Susanne' is a stunning evergreen shrub that produces soft pink flower heads with a refined and elegant appearance. This variety is well...

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Protea Peach Sheen flowers.
Protea 'Peach Sheen'

Protea 'Peach Sheen' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces soft peach toned flower heads with a gentle sheen. This elegant variety adds warmth...

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Protea compacta pink flower.
Protea compacta

Protea compacta is an attractive evergreen shrub known for its soft pink flower heads and neat growth habit. This hardy plant is well suited to New...

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Protea 'Spotted Mink' shrub with olive green foliage and large and showy flowers.
Protea 'Spotted Mink'

Protea 'Spotted Mink' is an exotic flowering shrub admired for its stunning pink and burgundy blooms highlighted with unique spotted markings. Well...

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Protea Venus red flower.
Protea 'Venus'

Protea 'Venus' is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its large, soft pink flower heads that create an elegant display. This variety is well suited...

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Protea 'Red Ice'

Protea 'Red Ice' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces bold red flower heads with a silvery contrast, creating strong visual appeal. This hardy...

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Protea White Ice green flower with brown tips.
Protea 'White Ice'

Protea 'White Ice' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces elegant creamy white flower heads with a soft silvery sheen. This refined variety adds...

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Protea Green Ice light-green flowers amidst lush green foliage.
Protea 'Green Ice'

Protea 'Green Ice' is a distinctive evergreen shrub known for its soft green to cream flower heads with a subtle silvery finish. This unique variety...

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Protea 'Purity' flower.
Protea 'Purity'

Protea 'Purity' is an elegant evergreen shrub that produces creamy white flower heads with a clean and refined appearance. This variety is perfect...

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Protea 'Burgundy Nipple' flowers.
Protea 'Burgundy Nipple'

Protea 'Burgundy Nipple' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its large, deep burgundy flower heads that create bold visual impact. This unique...

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Protea 'Coronet Peak'

Protea 'Coronet Peak' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces bold flower heads in soft pink to red tones with a silvery sheen. This eye catching...

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Protea Margaret Wattling lime-green flower.
Protea 'Margaret Wattling'

Protea 'Margaret Wattling' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces large, soft pink flower heads with a silvery glow. This elegant variety is...

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Protea 'Sylvia' orange and pink flower.
Protea 'Sylvia'

Protea 'Sylvia' is a striking evergreen shrub that produces soft pink flower heads with a refined and elegant appearance. This variety is well suited...

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Protea grandiceps

Protea grandiceps (Princess Protea) is a stunning evergreen shrub prized for its large, pink flower heads with a silvery sheen that add elegance to...

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Protea 'Pink Ice'

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Why Buy Protea for Your Garden?

Proteas are celebrated for their large, long-lasting flowers that make a statement in any garden. These South African natives thrive in New Zealand's well-drained soils and sunny positions, bringing both beauty and resilience to coastal and exposed sites. When you buy protea, you’re investing in a plant that’s not only exotic in appearance but also practical—proteas are low-maintenance and require minimal watering once established.

Gardeners enjoy proteas for their year-round structure, bird-attracting blooms, and suitability for picking as cut flowers. Their unique foliage and diverse flower shapes—from round, cone-like heads to spiky plumes—add both texture and colour, making proteas a favourite for modern landscaping and stunning floral arrangements.

Our Range of Proteas

At our nursery, you can buy protea varieties suited to every style, whether you want a showpiece shrub or a collection of different species to fill your borders. Some of our most sought-after options include:

Browse our collection to find the perfect protea for your outdoor space. We take pride in offering healthy, locally grown plants that will flourish in New Zealand conditions.

How to Plant and Care for Proteas

When you buy protea, select an open, sunny spot with free-draining soil. Proteas prefer slightly acidic conditions, so avoid heavy fertilisers or manure. Once planted, water regularly for the first season, then reduce as plants establish deep roots. Minimal pruning after flowering keeps proteas tidy and encourages bushy growth. Proteas also thrive in large pots—perfect for decks or patios.

Buy Protea Online and Delivered Nationwide

Our nursery makes it easy to buy protea online and have beautiful, healthy plants delivered direct to your door. With detailed variety descriptions and expert aftercare advice, you can feel confident choosing the right protea for your garden. Enhance your landscape with these stunning shrubs and enjoy years of spectacular flowers and low-maintenance beauty. Get started today and buy protea for a garden that truly stands out.

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