{"product_id":"protea-christine","title":"Protea ‘Christine’","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eProtea 'Christine'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a beautiful evergreen shrub valued for its abundance of soft pink flowers, compact growth habit, and excellent garden performance. Its elegant blooms and reliable flowering make it a popular choice for both home gardens and cut-flower production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"313\"\u003eKey characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"406\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically grows 1.5–2.5 m tall and 1.5–2 m wide, forming a dense, rounded shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces large, long-lasting blooms with soft pink to rose-pink bracts surrounding a silvery-white center. Flowering is often prolific from autumn through spring, depending on local conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"716\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features attractive leathery green leaves that provide year-round colour and texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"927\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant once established and performs best in low-phosphorus soils. Suitable for coastal, Mediterranean, and water-wise gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"939\"\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent as a feature plant, flowering hedge, wildlife garden specimen, or cut-flower crop. The blooms are prized for their longevity in floral arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eWildlife value:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nectar-rich flowers attract birds, bees, and other pollinators, enhancing biodiversity in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1424\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWith its graceful pink blooms, lush evergreen foliage, and dependable flowering habit, Protea 'Christine' brings lasting beauty, colour, and structure to the landscape throughout much of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Backyard Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52160019333422,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/8778\/8078\/files\/F1CCBEA7-A0C8-45E4-9601-CE09DF15714E.jpg?v=1780886772","url":"https:\/\/thebackyardnursery.com.au\/products\/protea-christine","provider":"The Backyard Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}