07/18/2025
We love protea!!!!! β€οΈ
πΊ Friday Flower Facts: Protea Edition
Looking for a bold statement? Protea has entered the chat.
πΈ Native to South Africa, protea is one of the oldest known flower species β dating back over 300 million years.
πΈThey thrive in California's Mediterranean climate. Specifically, San Diego County is a major growing center for these flowers
πΈ Each bloom is a textural masterpiece, often used as a focal point in modern or tropical arrangements.
πΈ It has an incredible vase life β often lasting 2+ weeks, and dries beautifully for reuse in installations.
πΈ Popular varieties include King Protea, Pink Ice, Pin cushion and Banksia (though technically part of the Proteaceae family).
πΈ Fun florist fact: Protea is extremely thirsty. Hydrate well before use and always cut stems with sharp tools.