{"product_id":"protea-madiba-pbr","title":"Protea Madiba (PBR)","description":"\u003cp\u003eProtea Madiba {pbr} is a striking, compact variety of the King Protea, renowned for its vibrant crimson-red blooms that appear during winter and spring. Named in honour of Nelson Mandela, this unique cultivar symbolizes strength and beauty. Its lush green foliage and upright growth habit make it an outstanding feature in gardens, landscapes, and large containers. Hardy and low-maintenance, ‘Madiba’ thrives in well-drained soil and becomes drought-tolerant once established. Its long-lasting, eye-catching flowers are also ideal for cut flower arrangements, bringing bold colour and elegance to any display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProtea are iconic, bold natives celebrated for their dramatic, sculptural blooms and enduring garden presence. Proteas range in size and display a striking variety of flower forms, with distinct differences in the colour and shape of their cones. Their name originates from the Greek legend of Proteus, a god who could change his form at will—an apt reflection of the remarkable diversity within the Protea family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThriving in full sun and free-draining soils, Protea are exceptionally hardy once established and well suited to low-water, low-maintenance gardens. In South African fynbos vegetation, Proteas form the taller canopy, often growing 3 to 4 metres high, and their architectural form makes them ideal for contemporary plantings, coastal gardens and native landscapes where impact is key.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheir nectar-rich flowers attract birds, bees and insects, bringing life and movement into the garden while supporting the natural ecosystem. Highly prized in floristry, Protea produce long-lasting cut flowers with strong stems and exceptional vase life, performing beautifully both fresh and dried. Adaptable, resilient and unmistakably bold, Protea are a premium choice for gardeners seeking statement colour, structure and lasting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden Express Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53828333961400,"sku":"P10PROMAD","price":26.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/0805\/2920\/files\/protea-p10promad-madiba.jpg?v=1785387336","url":"https:\/\/gardenexpress.com.au\/products\/protea-madiba-pbr","provider":"Garden Express Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}