Protea punctata

Also Known As

Water Sugarbush

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 6'-12'

planting zones

9b-11

More Options

Protea punctata plant details

Protea punctata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Protea punctata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Protea punctata

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: wind
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This species from the Cape Region ought to be one of the better ones for cooler gardens with a Mediterranean climate. Not only does it occur at rather high altitudes from about 4,000 to 6,200', it also prefers moister sites on south-facing slopes (which, of course, in the Southern Hemisphere, are the cooler and shadier spots). To me this suggests adaptability to the Northwest's climate, though we don't know just how hardy it is yet. Beautiful lilac flowers occur in late summer and fall, though they are smaller than those of some species. In the wild it may reach 12' tall.