Protea Brenda

Queen Protea 'Brenda'

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Protea 'Brenda' is a striking shrub from South Africa featuring large, cup-shaped flower heads with vibrant pink-red bracts and grey-green foliage. A popular cut flower requiring full sun.
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Plant Details

Common Name Queen Protea 'Brenda'
Family Proteaceae
Genus Protea
Species Cynaroides
Variety Brenda
Origin South Africa
Blooming Large flower heads in winter to spring, often cultivated for cut flowers.
Leaf Color Grey-green, silver-grey
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic, peat-based mix with perlite or coarse sand. Excellent drainage is critical.

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Watering

Water moderately, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for blooming; indoor placement must be near a south-facing window.

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Fertilization

Low phosphorus fertilizer only. Apply slow-release feed once in spring growth period.

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Pruning

Remove spent flower heads after blooming; prune lightly to maintain shape.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
46° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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