Broadleaf sugarbush (Protea eximia)

Broadleaf sugarbush

Broadleaf sugarbush boasts large, impressive flower heads that gleam in shades of pink and red, contrasting sharply with its silvery-green foliage. Typically found in South African fynbos regions, it thrives amid harsh, fire-prone environments. The robust structure of its leaves and stems reflects adaptations to scarce water conditions, making broadleaf sugarbush a resilient and striking inhabitant of its native ecosystem.

Scientific classification

Species

Broadleaf sugarbush (Protea eximia)

Proteas, lotuses, planes, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Broadleaf sugarbush

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Broadleaf sugarbush thrives in moderate rainfall areas and prefers balanced moisture conditions. It requires watering every 1-2 weeks for optimal growth. As an evergreen, broadleaf sugarbush retains its leaves throughout the year, effectively conserving water during dry periods.

Pruning: Pruning broadleaf sugarbush in early spring is crucial for healthy growth and shape. Remove dead branches, cutting back one-third of the previous year's growth above outward-facing buds. This enhances air circulation, sunlight penetration, stimulates new growth, and improves flowering, ensuring a vigorous appearance.

Propagation: Propagating broadleaf sugarbush is easier via cuttings than seeds. Take cuttings from side branches in spring or fall, remove lower leaves, dip in rooting hormone, and plant in a mix of half coarse sand and half peat moss. Keep moist and shaded; rooting may take up to 6 weeks.

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