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Protea obtusifolia 'Holiday Red'

Also Known As

  • Holiday Red Limestone Sugarbush

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Protea obtusifolia 'Holiday Red' plant details

Protea obtusifolia 'Holiday Red' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Protea obtusifolia 'Holiday Red'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Protea obtusifolia 'Holiday Red'

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Protea obtusifolia 'Holiday Red' plant

How to Grow Protea obtusifolia 'Holiday Red'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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