cordata
Protea cordata
SPECIES: Yes
INDIGENOUS: Yes
FLOWER/FOLIAGE COLOUR: Pink
FLOWERING TIME: Apr - Jun
SPECIAL FEATURES:
SIZE: 50cm (height) x 30cm (width)
HEIGHT RANGE: 0m - 0.5m
The flower heads growing at ground level are unobtrusive, small and papery brown/white/pink. However the well-spaced heart-shaped leaves are unusual and very attractive – sure to capture attention!
Gift Idea
Moderate frost tolerance once established
Sandy / Rocky Soil
Plant in well drained acidic soil. Water well to establish 1-2 years. Use a natural mulch low in phosphorus. Do not fertilize. Pick all flowers or cut back after flowering to maintain shape. In pots, water daily.