{"product_id":"protea-harlequin","title":"Protea ‘Harlequin’","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eProtea 'Harlequin'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a distinctive evergreen shrub admired for its striking bi-coloured flowers and strong ornamental impact. It is a hybrid protea valued for its reliable flowering, bold appearance, and suitability as both a garden feature and a cut-flower variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"312\"\u003eKey characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"443\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically grows around 1.5–2.5 m tall and 1.5–2 m wide, forming a dense, upright shrub with a naturally rounded shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"742\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"458\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces large, eye-catching blooms with a unique mix of creamy-white and soft pink to deep rose tones. The contrasting colours give each flower a “painted” or variegated appearance, which is where the name Harlequin comes from. Flowering generally occurs from autumn through spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"875\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"757\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen with leathery grey-green leaves that provide year-round structure and a muted backdrop to the showy blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun and very well-drained, low-phosphorus soils. Once established it is drought tolerant and performs best in coastal or Mediterranean-style climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal as a feature shrub, informal hedge, or premium cut flower. The unusual flower colouring makes it especially popular in floral arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eWildlife value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nectar-rich blooms attract birds and pollinators, adding life and movement to the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Backyard Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52160031654190,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/8778\/8078\/files\/A7BFAA94-1398-480C-8B4F-CE91B307B188.jpg?v=1780888546","url":"https:\/\/thebackyardnursery.com.au\/products\/protea-harlequin","provider":"The Backyard Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}