{"product_id":"queen-protea-magnifica-seeds-rare-south-african-woolly-beard-flower","title":"Queen Protea Seeds (Protea magnifica) Rare South African \"Woolly Beard\" Flower","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eQueen Protea Seeds (Protea magnifica)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"909\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQueen Protea\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eProtea magnifica\u003c\/em\u003e), commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"407\"\u003e“Woolly Beard”\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most striking and sought-after Protea species. Producing the \u003cstrong data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"514\"\u003esecond-largest flower head\u003c\/strong\u003e after its close relative, the King Protea (\u003cem data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"573\"\u003eP. cynaroides\u003c\/em\u003e), the Queen Protea features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eunique fuzzy beard in the center of its flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it an exotic and sculptural appearance. Flower head colors vary across \u003cstrong data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"749\"\u003emixed hues\u003c\/strong\u003e, making each bloom distinctly beautiful. Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"818\"\u003erounded, bushy form\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a stunning visual impact in gardens, container plantings, and floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"946\"\u003e🌸 Flower \u0026amp; Plant Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eSecond-largest Protea flower head after King Protea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eUnique \u003cstrong data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003e“woolly beard”\u003c\/strong\u003e in the center of the bloom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eRounded, bushy growth habit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eExotic, striking floral display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003ePerfect for garden focal points, borders, or cut flower arrangements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e🌿 Growth \u0026amp; Soil Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003ewell-drained, acidic soils\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eLight feeders; \u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003edo not over-fertilize\u003c\/strong\u003e with strong fertilizers or manure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eSensitive to root disturbance; protea roots are highly susceptible to infection if tampered with\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eTolerates \u003cstrong data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003esome wind\u003c\/strong\u003e but may suffer foliage burn in strong salt winds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eThrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eRequires \u003cstrong data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003elight watering\u003c\/strong\u003e after establishment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e❄️ Climate \u0026amp; Hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 9-11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eCan tolerate \u003cstrong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eshort periods of frost\u003c\/strong\u003e down to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003e25°F (-4°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eDoes not thrive in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003ecoastal foggy regions\u003c\/strong\u003e with year-round moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eWhy Grow Queen Protea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eQueen Protea is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003erare, exotic, and highly ornamental plant\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for gardeners looking to add a dramatic focal point or unique flower display to their landscape. Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003estriking flowers, unusual fuzzy centers, and bushy form\u003c\/strong\u003e make it a prized choice for collectors and floral enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eProtea Germination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"340\"\u003eFungicide Soak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional but recommended. Soak seeds in a fungicide solution for at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e12 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e to speed germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"621\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"621\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eSoil \u0026amp; pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a mix of \u003cstrong data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"549\"\u003ecoarse river sand + peat or decomposed pine needles + perlite\u003c\/strong\u003e in equal parts. Maintain \u003cstrong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"589\"\u003epH 5.5–6.0\u003c\/strong\u003e and ensure \u003cstrong data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"618\"\u003egood drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eSterilize Substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Microwave for \u003cstrong data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"678\"\u003e3 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e or oven for \u003cstrong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"705\"\u003e45 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Cool before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"865\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"758\"\u003ePlanting Container:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a container of \u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"789\"\u003e≈500 ml\u003c\/strong\u003e (2 cups soil) with drainage holes. Leave \u003cstrong data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"862\"\u003e2–3 inches space at the top\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"883\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant seeds at a depth equal to their size. Water initially with fungicide solution, then keep soil \u003cstrong data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003emoist, not wet\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003eheated mat (~84°F \/ 29°C day)\u003c\/strong\u003e with cooler nights (~55°F \/ 13°C). Cover with plastic or humidity dome with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003esmall ventilation holes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003ePatience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germination is slow and erratic. Some seeds may sprout in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e1 month\u003c\/strong\u003e, most take \u003cstrong data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eup to 3 months\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003ePost-Germination Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid direct sunlight at first. Gradually acclimate seedlings to light. Keep substrate \u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003emoderately moist\u003c\/strong\u003e, use a spray bottle, do \u003cstrong data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003enot let dry out\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"300\"\u003e Instrucciones de Germinación de Protea:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eRemojo en Fungicida:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opcional pero recomendado. Remoje las semillas en una solución fungicida durante al menos \u003cstrong data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e12 horas\u003c\/strong\u003e para acelerar la germinación.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eSuelo y pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mezcle \u003cstrong data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003earena gruesa de río + turba o agujas de pino degradadas + perlita\u003c\/strong\u003e en partes iguales. Mantenga \u003cstrong data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003epH 5.5–6.0\u003c\/strong\u003e y asegure \u003cstrong data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003ebuen drenaje\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eEsterilizar Sustrato:\u003c\/strong\u003e Microondas por \u003cstrong data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003e3 minutos\u003c\/strong\u003e o horno convencional por \u003cstrong data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003e45 minutos\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dejar enfriar antes de plantar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003eRecipiente:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use un recipiente de \u003cstrong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003e≈500 ml\u003c\/strong\u003e (2 tazas de sustrato) con agujeros de drenaje. Deje \u003cstrong data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003e2–3 cm libres en la parte superior\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eSiembra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plante las semillas a la profundidad de su tamaño. Riegue inicialmente con solución fungicida y luego mantenga el sustrato \u003cstrong data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003ehúmedo, no mojado\u003c\/strong\u003e para evitar pudrición.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003eTemperatura y Humedad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use \u003cstrong data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003eestera calefactada (~29°C día)\u003c\/strong\u003e con noches más frescas (~13°C). Cubra con plástico o cúpula con \u003cstrong data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003epequeños orificios de ventilación\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2523\"\u003ePaciencia:\u003c\/strong\u003e La germinación es lenta y errática. Algunas semillas brotan en \u003cstrong data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2596\"\u003e1 mes\u003c\/strong\u003e, la mayoría hasta \u003cstrong data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003e3 meses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003eCuidado Post-Germinación:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evite luz solar directa al inicio. Acostumbre gradualmente las plántulas. Mantenga el sustrato \u003cstrong data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003emoderadamente húmedo\u003c\/strong\u003e, use pulverizador, no deje que se seque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"5 SEEDS","offer_id":53511038075164,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 SEEDS","offer_id":53511038107932,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/queen1.jpg?v=1765721383","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/queen-protea-magnifica-seeds-rare-south-african-woolly-beard-flower","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}