Protea Red Ice

Name: Protea Red Ice - 10 litre container
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 18425j
Price: 169.25 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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Red Ice Protea

Protea Red Ice produces large and showy, red flower heads from autumn through until spring. It grows as a woody shrub to about 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide with thick stems, and narrow, green leaves. Protea Red Ice is a versatile plant that is often included in mixed plantings, added to coastal gardens, maintained in a container, planted around pool areas, or grown anywhere the beauty of the large flowers can be enjoyed.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	2.00 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:	Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Red Ice Protea

Protea Red Ice Details

Protea Red Ice produces large and showy, red flower heads from autumn through until spring. It grows as a woody shrub to about 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide with thick stems, and narrow, green leaves. Best results with this variety are achieved when it is grown in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of extended dry periods, moderate frost, and cool climates, though some protection while establishing will benefit overall performance. Protea Red Ice is a versatile plant that is often included in mixed plantings, added to coastal gardens, maintained in a container, planted around pool areas, or grown anywhere the beauty of the large flowers can be enjoyed.