{"product_id":"protea-stately","title":"Protea ‘Stately’","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"297\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eProtea 'Stately'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a refined evergreen shrub known for its large, elegant flower heads and strong upright growth habit. As its name suggests, it has a formal, architectural presence in the garden, making it a standout feature plant in both native and contemporary landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"323\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"323\"\u003eKey characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"335\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically grows around 1.5–2.5 m tall and 1.5–2 m wide, forming a well-structured, upright shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces large, classic protea blooms with soft pink to rose-coloured bracts surrounding a creamy-white to silvery centre. The flowers are long-lasting and appear mainly from autumn through spring, depending on climate conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"821\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen with leathery grey-green leaves that provide year-round structure and a clean, complementary backdrop to the blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"847\"\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun and very well-drained, low-phosphorus soils. It is drought tolerant once established and performs best in Mediterranean, coastal, or water-wise gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal as a feature shrub, specimen planting, or premium cut flower variety. Its strong form and uniform blooms make it especially suited to formal garden designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eWildlife value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nectar-rich flowers attract birds and pollinators, supporting garden biodiversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1467\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWith its balanced form, large showy blooms, and dependable performance, Protea 'Stately' delivers a classic protea aesthetic with a particularly neat and refined habit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Backyard Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52160031818030,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/8778\/8078\/files\/5CE73779-2827-4FA3-9E35-58B842571826.jpg?v=1780888689","url":"https:\/\/thebackyardnursery.com.au\/products\/protea-stately","provider":"The Backyard Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}