Shrubs

Protea Eclipse is a compact, low-growing shrub prized for its striking spring display of deep pink-red blooms, each accented with a delicate white feathery edge. This eye-catching variety brings bold colour and texture to the garden, while also making an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements. Like many proteas, it thrives in well-drained soil and sunny positions, performing beautifully in garden beds or pots and containers. Its versatility, drought tolerance, and ornamental appeal make Protea Eclipse a standout addition to a wide range of garden styles.

Soil: Native, well-draining soil.
Conditions: Prefers full sun to part-shade and is drought, coastal and light frost tolerant.
Size: Height 1m x width 1m  

Protea Pink Cream PBR is an extraordinary addition to any garden, blending radiant beauty with exceptional resilience. Pink Cream dazzles with its large, striking pink blooms edged with soft pink tips. These elegant flowers, which bloom in autumn and winter, create a striking display of delicate colour and texture. It is a versatile option which can be used as a focal point, in mixed borders or as an elegant hedge. Its vibrant flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, promoting biodiversity and contributing to a healthier environment.

Soil: Well-draining native soil.
Conditions: Prefers a full sun position, Drought, coastal and moderate frost tolerant.
Size: Height 2.5m x width 2m  

Protea Pink Pearl is a charming, compact small tree or large shrub that brings soft colour and refined beauty to the winter garden. Producing delicate, blush-pink blooms during the cooler months, it creates a graceful display when many other plants are dormant. The flowers are beautifully formed with layered bracts in gentle pink tones, making them highly sought after for cut flower arrangements. Long-lasting both on the plant and in a vase, they are ideal for fresh bouquets or dried floral designs. Its naturally neat growth habit makes it well suited to smaller gardens, feature planting, or large decorative pots. Positioned in full sun with well-drained soil, ‘Pink Pearl’ thrives and rewards with reliable winter flowering year after year.

Soil: Well-drained soils. If you have clay soils, use mounds to plant into to facilitate drainage.
Conditions: Sunny open position. These plants are moderately frost, coast and drought-tolerant.
Size: Height 2.5m x width 2m