Protea repens South African Due to the weight of

Due to the weight of these they are collection only but feel free to contact via email for more information

It prefers well drained moisture retentive acidic soil in full sun

The narrow leaves have serrated edges

Best grown in a free draining soil in full sun or light shade

Height and spread 2m Banksia are part of the Protea family

Protea repens South African Due to the weight ofThe sugar bush Protea. This name was because the nectar was collected in the 19th century and reduced down to form a thick syrup used for coughs and chest complaints. it has an upright habit with pale green leathery leaves. These are long and narrow and give a contrast to the juvenile coloured stems which can be quite red in colour. The flowers will appear once the plant reaches about four or five years old. These can be white, pink or red, but the