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Proteacaffra

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Family
Proteaceae (pro-tee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Protea (PROH-tee-uh)
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Species
caffra (KAF-fra)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Provides Winter Interest
Height
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Spacing
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Red
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
Mid Winter
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Shrubs
Trees
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Blue-Green
Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic)
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From softwood cuttings
From semi-hardwood cuttings
By simple layering
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
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