{"product_id":"protea-laurifolia","title":"Grey-leaf Sugarbush | Protea Laurifolia","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eAdd classic Cape fynbos character to the garden with Protea laurifolia, a striking indigenous protea known for its beautiful grey-green foliage and elegant, bearded flower heads. In Cape Town, it flowers mainly during autumn and winter, with blooms sometimes extending from April into spring. Its large flower heads range from soft silvery pink to creamy white, with distinctive dark or white bearded inner bracts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eA hardy and long-lived choice, this water-wise protea is ideal for fynbos gardens, screening, background planting and wildlife-friendly landscapes. It performs best in full sun with excellent drainage and is particularly well suited to dry and exposed positions once established, provided the soil is well drained.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eSoft pink to cream, beautifully bearded blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eAttractive grey-green leaves add year-round interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eHighly drought tolerant once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eIts nectar rich flowers attract Cape sugarbirds and other nectar-feeding birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003ePlant \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlant in full sun with well-drained soil and good air circulation. Water regularly while establishing, particularly through the first two summers, then reduce watering once well rooted. Avoid heavy fertilisers and manure, as proteas naturally grow in nutrient-poor soils. Keep the root area undisturbed and mulch around the plant rather than digging or cultivating around its roots. Pruning is generally limited to removing old flower stems or lightly trimming when needed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grey-blue appearance of the foliage comes from a natural waxy coating on the leaves, which can be rubbed off. This distinctive foliage is one of the useful features for distinguishing Protea laurifolia from the very similar Protea neriifolia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100.058%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.0749%;\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6491%;\"\u003eProtea Laurifolia \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.0749%;\"\u003eGrowth Expectancy \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6491%;\"\u003e3-5m H x 2.5 - 3.5m W \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.0749%;\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6491%;\"\u003eSun \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.0749%;\"\u003eWater Smart \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6491%;\"\u003eYes \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.0749%;\"\u003eIndigenous \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.6491%;\"\u003eYes \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Cape Garden Online","offers":[{"title":"15cm","offer_id":42400793657399,"sku":"22069","price":179.95,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/5434\/4247\/files\/Protea-Laurifolia-onlineshop-capegarden.png?v=1787236683","url":"https:\/\/www.capegardencentre.co.za\/products\/protea-laurifolia","provider":"Cape Garden Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}