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Comments (1)Karl, I found this link very useful, and I can imagine, conditions being similar in las Canarias to California, that you will too. It also has a link to growing them in pots, though, unless you had no choice, it would seem that in the ground would be the superior method. All the best, Dan Here is a link that might be useful: Growing Proteas in California...See MoreProtea Clarkes Red
Comments (0)I have just planted a protea 'Clarkes Red' which I have kept in a 2 inch pot for nearly a year and neglected but which still appears to be in good condition. Now that I have planted it what care should I give it? Should it be fertilised? I suspect this plant needs little attention because of its past treatment, but this being my fist attempt to grow a protea , I would appreciate more experienced gardeners comments....See MoreHelp needed to identify problem with my Pink Ice protea
Comments (1)My guess would be these are fungal problems. Proteas are vulnerable to fungal infections; they need good air circulation and irrigation should be done so as not to wet the foliage....See MoreSeeking Protea plants nursery that ships to East Coast
Comments (7)Australian Native Plant Nursery a landmark nursery was burned to the ground by the California Thomas Fire. Jo O'Connell [owner] also lost her home and office. Sad, but she is resolved to rebuild....See Morexenozoon
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