Protea longifolia (Long-leaf Sugarbush, Long-leaf Protea)
Botanical Information
| Family | Proteaceae |
| Genus | Protea |
| Species | longifolia |
| Category | Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Native to South Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9a-11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H1c-H4 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -6.7-10 |
| Temperature (°F) | 20-50 |
| Height | 0.5-1.5 m |
| Spread | 2 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | May, June, July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| Landscape | Commonly used as a ornamental garden shrub. |
| Propagation | Propagated by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Grows best in well-drained, acidic, sandy soils and full sun. |
| Notable Specimens | Tresco Abbey Garden, Tresco, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Found on low mountain slopes. |
| Leaf Description | The green-grey leaves are oval and curve outwards and sometimes twist. The grow 1-2 cm long and 5-20 mm wide. |
Photographs
Protea longifolia, form. Tresco Abbey Garden, Tresco, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom.
Protea longifolia, flower. Tresco Abbey Garden, Tresco, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom.
Protea longifolia, leaf. Tresco Abbey Garden, Tresco, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom.