Protea laurifolia
'White Owl'

Scientific Name:	Protea laurifolia 'White Owl'
Common Name:
Deciduous vs. Evergreen	evergreen
Perennial vs. Annual	perennial
Shade vs. Sun	full sun
Height x Width & How Stands	to 6-8' tall X wide
Flower Color & Bloom Time	3-4" lustrous ivory white bracted flowers are tipped with soft white or black hairs from winter-spring
Zone	hardy to 25° F
Description, Notes	Protea (Proteaceae) Family shrub native to South Africa grown for its equally rare and exquisite flower. At the nursery, we have experienced plants with varying amounts of darker black hairs on the flower tips. Some come out almost pure white, while others are very darkly furred. Cut flower growers have posited that the variation is due to seasonal factors such as cold, day length, or simply when the flower was initiated. More research needs to be done, but either way the result is fantastic! Exceptional long lasting cut/dried flower; drought resistant; prefers well-drained soils and deep infrequent watering once established; can be used as a water-wise patio plant; nice on banks/slopes/as hedges; great in the wind; low Phosphorus fertilizer or none at all.
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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.