White King Protea is a striking indigenous shrub with spectacular large white flower heads held above strong reddish stems. Its bold flowers and glossy green foliage make it a beautiful focal point for water-wise gardens, fynbos plantings and indigenous landscaping.
Growing to approximately 2m high and wide, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. This hardy, water-wise protea is ideal as a feature plant, for screening or planted in groups, with approximately 2–3m spacing recommended for landscaping.
Plant 2–3m apart in full sun and very well-drained soil. Water regularly while establishing, then reduce once established. Avoid high-phosphorus fertilisers and keep the soil from becoming waterlogged. Prune after flowering to encourage healthy new growth.
The King Protea is South Africa’s national flower and has one of the largest flower heads of all proteas. What appears to be one large flower is actually a cluster of many tiny flowers surrounded by showy bracts. Its nectar-rich blooms attract sunbirds, sugarbirds, bees and other pollinators.
| Botanical Name | Protea Cynaroides 'King White' |
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Growth Expectancy
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2m H x 2m W
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Position
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Sun
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| Water Smart | Yes |
| Indigenous | Yes |
