Flowers
Colorful protea flowers come in many forms, from tiny dwarf flowers to shrubs, and even trees. Their blooms range in size from two to twelve inches in diameter. As a family, Proteaceae is so diverse that it defied classification until 1735 when the Swedish naturalist, Linneaus, dared to give this family a name. Linneaus, named this family ‘Proteaceae’ after the Greek god ‘Proteus.’ This is an appropriate name for this plant which presents a breathtaking array of shapes, sizes, hues and textures. There are over 1,700 different species of this diverse family identified so far, although only about 150 are grown for commercial use.
At Sugarbush Cottage, income from cut flowers are derived form the following varieties…
Protea Flowers
Pincushion Flowers
Luecadendrons
Cape Green and Filler Flower
Australian Flowers and Greens
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Protea Plants
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