Protea burchellii
Description
This is a ground hugging protea shrub with oblong olive green leaves and cream to red coloured flowers.Propagation instructions - seeds
"Propagation by seed is recommended. Plant seeds in May. Prepare seed trays containing a well-drained fynbos mix of bark, silica sand and loam (25:50:25 mix). Seeds might only germinate the next year. Take tip cuttings from December to March using rooting hormone and well draining mix. Pot after 5 weeks."
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Scientific name
Protea burchellii
Common name(s)
Features
- Suitable for clay soil
- This is a bird-friendly species
- This will attract honey bees
- Will attract sunbirds