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Where to plant
Let’s now see where to plant King protea (Protea cynaroides). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.
Orientation
It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant king protea in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.
Garden style
It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Protea cynaroides can work very well in gardens of different styles:
- Architectural gardens – have clean lines, geometric layout and the absence of complicated details, follow a contemporary design;
- City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
- Mediterranean Gardens – can be formal or informal, and are inspired by the vegetation and materials of the hot, dry climates of the Mediterranean region;
- Patios, balconies and containers – gardens confined to the space next to buildings where the cultivation is done in pots and containers;
Planting type
king protea is often applied in cut flowers – to harvest and decorate the house; but also wall-side borders – that create a very specific microclimate;.
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