| The King Protea is one of the most popular varieties, having one of the largest flower heads in the protea family. They are stunning in the garden, on the patio and in flower arrangements. An evergreen woody shrub, usually growing to only 90-120cm (3-4ft), but sometimes up to 1.8-2.1 metre (6-7ft) The huge flowers can grow to 25-28cm (10-12") wide and are fairly long-lived. They are also prized as cut flowers as they retain their blooms after removed from the plant. Flowers may bloom on and off for much of the year, with a concentration in warmer months. In their native habit, King Protea's are found in a variety of colours, ranging from whites to pinks and reds. King Protea does well in both cool and foggy subtropical climates as well as warmer tropical climates. It will stand some frost and the occasional freeze. Grow in full sun and water moderately. The bushes do not need heavy watering when established. Grow in well-drained soil. 5 Seeds Germination: 21 days Pre-treatment: * Not required ** Smoke treatment should accelerate germination. Click here for smoke treatments. | 
