Protea longifolia

Also Known As

Long-leaf Sugarbush

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

9b-11

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Protea longifolia plant details

Protea longifolia is a fast-growing evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter black and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Protea longifolia

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: black and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: big flowers

GROWING CONDITIONS for Protea longifolia

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Long-leaf sugarbush… I’m guessing the common name for this character was thought up at 4:59 on a Friday afternoon . A relatively fast-growing protea, relativley speaking, it’s easily identifiable due to the black beak at the center of the flower. This one really appreciates a pruning after flowering to avoid any lankiness on those long-leafed branches.