With its mythological associations to change and transformation, it's not surprising that in the language of flowers, protea symbolizes diversity and courage.
Do proteas like sun or shade?
Proteas love an open, sunny position. If grown in the shade, they don't have that vivid colour. They do well in poor soils, and they don't mind salty, coastal areas. But the humidity will knock them around.Sep 10, 2005
What time of year do proteas flower?
With flowers ranging from 2 to 12 inches in size, proteas typically bloom in fall, winter, and spring, although Resendiz Brothers's growing and breeding practices allow them to harvest and ship the flower nearly year-round to customers in the United States, Canada, and Japan.