FAQs

All varieties should be watered well during their first 2 summers. After that, those shown on the label as drought resistant can be watered much less e.g. monthly during dry periods. If Proteas are being grown in tubs water daily. See section on watering in the basics.

Yes. Proteas can become untidy if let go. Cut the flowers each year and give the plant a good tidy up. It's easy, check out how in our step by step guide to pruning.

Proteas grown in most gardens do not need feeding. In very sandy, poor soils addition of compost and a liquid feed such as Maxicrop may be beneficial.

Yes, a low phosphorus fertiliser is recommended e.g. Osmocote "For all Australian Natives and Proteas". Apply in Spring & Autumn.