{"product_id":"protea-white-crown","title":"Protea White Crown","description":"\u003cp\u003eProtea White Crown is an elegant dwarf flowering shrub known for its large, creamy white blooms with a distinctive crown-like form. The flower heads feature layered, pointed bracts that gently curve around a soft, textured center, creating a refined and architectural look that stands out in any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlowering from late winter into spring, it brings brightness and contrast during the cooler months. Its evergreen foliage consists of broad, leathery green leaves that provide a lush backdrop year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWell-suited to full sun, Protea White Crown thrives in free-draining, slightly acidic soils and is highly drought-tolerant once established. It is an excellent choice for native gardens, coastal landscapes, and low-maintenance plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal as a feature plant or for large containers, its long-lasting blooms are also perfect for fresh or dried floral arrangements.\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":53828569923768,"sku":"P75PROWCR","price":21.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/0805\/2920\/files\/protea-p75prowcr-white-crown.jpg?v=1785387353","url":"https:\/\/gardenexpress.com.au\/products\/protea-white-crown","provider":"Garden Express Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}