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    • Photo of Protea cynaroides 'Mini King' flower by Waltzing Matilija

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    Protea cynaroides 'Mini King'

    Also Known As

    • Dwarf King Protea

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 9b-10b

    Protea cynaroides 'Mini King' plant details

    Protea cynaroides 'Mini King' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in acidic, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Protea cynaroides 'Mini King'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: proteaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
    Uses: big flowers, container plant, fire-adapted, long-blooming

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Protea cynaroides 'Mini King'

    USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
    Soil needs: acidic, lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The container friendly version of the hugely popular King Protea. Mini King has a longer bloom time throughout the year with only slightly smaller flowers than the full-sized plant

    By: Waltzing Matilija

    Gardening facts about Protea cynaroides 'Mini King' plant

    How to Grow Protea cynaroides 'Mini King'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • lean
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Width: 1'-6'

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    Zones

    9a-10b

    Size

    Height: 2'-4'

    Width: 2'-4'

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    9a-10b

    Size

    Height: 6'-10'

    Width: 6'-12'

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Protea eximia flower, foliage by Marco Schmidt
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