small protea plants
Looking for small protea plants to add bold colour, texture, and a unique flair to your garden or landscape? Discover the world of compact protea varieties, perfectly suited for New Zealand gardens and containers. With their drought tolerance, striking blooms, and evergreen foliage, these smaller protea forms offer exotic beauty without taking over your space. Whether you're seeking a feature for a rockery, a low-maintenance shrub for a mixed border, or something different for patio pots, our carefully selected small proteas are an excellent choice for both seasoned gardeners and beginners.
Protea cynaroides (King 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.
From $44.09
Protea 'Tsitsikamma'
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. It provides year round structure and produces long lasting blooms that are ideal for cutting, making it a standout choice for modern and coastal landscapes.
From $44.09
