Leucadendron (Protea) Safari Sunrise

Leucadendron Safari Sunrise (a hybrid protea) Large 3L 

Hardy to about -6°C in ideal conditions.This variety has a medium sized bract (flower) which is brilliant red and provides a colourful winter or spring displaY

Evergreen - narrowly oblong leaves to 9cm (3½in) long.

Red - brilliant purple-red bracts fading to golden yellow

Yellow - yellow-green flower heads

Height - to 2.5m (8ft)

Spread - 1.8m (6ft)

Tall Shrub - vigorous, erect, freely branching shrub. The ovate flower cones, 4cm (1½in) across are surrounded by light red bracts 10-20cm (4-8in) long

Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)

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Place of origin - hybrid cultivar developed in New Zealand. 1960s.

• Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5)
• Soil Conditions - Neutral to acid soilWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - poor soil preferred

Supplied in 3L black pot - Minimum plant height 45cm