Protea repens
REAL SUGAR BUSH, HONEY FLOWER
Proteaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, sand, clay, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
4m
Plant habit
 
3m

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Fertilising: Only use low phosphorus fertiliser according to manufacturer's directions.

 
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Protea repens
REAL SUGAR BUSH, HONEY FLOWER
Proteaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, sand, clay, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
4m
Plant habit
 
3m

FEATURES

Flowers: red

Flowering Time: early spring to late summer


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, dry style & coastal designs

Uses: informal screen, large planter, cut flowers, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: nectar






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