King Pink King Protea - Protea cynaroides King Pink

• Protea cynaroides King Pink produces some of the largest flower heads in the Protea family, with magnificent soft pink blooms surrounding a dramatic central cone that makes a bold statement in any garden.
• Flowers in autumn, providing spectacular late-season colour and structure when many other garden plants are winding down for the year.
• A dense, evergreen shrub with bold, leathery foliage that delivers year-round garden presence and serves equally well as a feature plant, border shrub, or large container specimen.
• The large, long-lasting flower heads are outstanding as cut flowers, remaining fresh in a vase for two to three weeks and making them a favourite for floral arrangements.
• Low water needs, coastal tolerance, and a low maintenance level make King Pink a rewarding and resilient choice for Australian gardens with well-drained soils.

Plant King Pink as a bold feature specimen in a sunny garden bed where its extraordinary autumn flower heads can be fully appreciated from multiple angles. In coastal gardens, it thrives in exposed, well-drained positions and pairs beautifully with other Proteaceae such as Leucadendron, Leucospermum, and Banksia for a cohesive fynbos-inspired planting. Mass plant along a sunny border for a dramatic seasonal display that also attracts birds to the garden. In large containers on courtyards and patios, a single King Protea makes a sophisticated and long-lived statement plant that doubles as a source of stunning cut flowers throughout autumn.

Q: When does King Pink King Protea flower? 

Protea cynaroides King Pink flowers in autumn, producing its magnificent large soft pink flower heads when many other garden plants are finishing for the season.

Q: Can King Protea be grown in a pot? 

Yes, King Protea can be grown in a large container with excellent drainage and a low-phosphorus potting mix formulated for Proteaceae. Ensure the pot is positioned in full sun and never allow it to sit in water.

Q: How long do King Protea flowers last as cut flowers? 

King Protea flower heads are exceptional cut flowers, often lasting two to three weeks in a vase when cut early in the morning as the blooms are just opening.

Q: What fertiliser should I use on King Protea? 

Always use a low-phosphorus fertiliser specifically formulated for Proteaceae plants. High-phosphorus fertilisers are toxic to Protea and can cause rapid decline or death of the plant.