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Scientific
Name:
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Protea 'Sylvia'
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Common Name:
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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to 6-8’ tall X wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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shiny rich pink bracts surround the
cream and furry magenta centers, winter-spring bloom
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Zone
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hardy to 25° F
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Description,
Notes
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Protea (Proteaceae) Family shrub
native to South Africa; very showy cultivar grown for
its regal waxy rosy pink blooms; long lasting cut or dried
flower; drought resistant once established; prefers well-drained
soils (but will tolerate more clay than others in the
genus) and deep infrequent watering once established;
jaw dropping water-wise patio plant; tolerates wind and
salt spray; low Phosphorus fertilizer or none at all
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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