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Protea compacta
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'-8'
- W: 6'-8'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Protea compacta plant details
Protea compacta is an evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Protea compacta
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: proteaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow
GROWING CONDITIONS for Protea compacta
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
One of the best flowering proteas we grow. Lots of big cup-like terminal flowers that make floral design a breeze. Easy in a sunny spot with good airflow and room for it to grow. A pruning after the flowers is a good way to keep this one tidy and sets it up for more flowers the following season.
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How to Grow Protea compacta
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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