Protea Liebencherry

Protea 'Liebencherry'

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Protea cultivar with unique bracts from SA fynbos. Needs acidic, well-drained soil, full sun, low nutrients. Drought-tolerant when mature.
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Plant Details

Common Name Protea 'Liebencherry'
Family Proteaceae
Genus Protea
Species Repens
Variety Liebencherry
Origin South Africa
Blooming Foliage plant, blooms in winter to spring depending on climate
Leaf Color Grey-green to deep green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic sandy soil, low nutrient content, excellent drainage required for root health

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Watering

Water sparingly during establishment, reduce significantly in winter to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and flowering, tolerates partial shade in extreme heat

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Fertilization

Low nutrient requirements, use specialized Proteaceae fertilizer sparingly in spring only

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Scale Thrip

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 5 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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