Pro tip: Look for a mix of buds and flowers that are already in bloom to give your bouquet a longer life. Cut the stems at a 45-degree angle, and remove leaves that will be below the waterline in ...

“We grow protea upcountry and every now and again we have abundance and extras. When I do have extras, I gift them to her.” Ford then gifts the bouquets to others. It’s a perfect ...

Native to South Africa, the Protea genus with its more than 1,000 species is at ... Bold in color and lush in shape and texture, protea flowers are wonderful for fresh bouquets and dried ...

Their nectar was used as a cough syrup in the 1800s and there are over 1 500 species." Protea bouquet from Naveen’s garden He generously shares his protea blooms with family, friends and ...

Q:When I was in South Africa, I was fascinated to see king protea growing wild. I tried unsuccessfully to bring back a starter kit for one of them. It didn't grow. I have kept an eye out for one ...

The Venus and the Ayoba Peach pincushion protea, two of the dozens of species farmed in South Africa’s Cape Floristic Region.Credit...Photograph by Esther Choi. Set design by Suzy Kim Supported ...