Proteas also grow well if kept in pots, especially the pincushions. Once you have chosen a planting site, dig a hole somewhat wider and deeper than the root ball of the plant. Be sure to break up the soil that is removed from the hole in order to soften its texture.

Do Proteas do well in pots?

Smaller variety Proteas are ideal for container gardening

It is possible to grow the smaller varieties of Proteas in containers using a coarse, well-drained native potting mix. Keep the plants in a sunny position with plenty of air circulation. Avoid over-fertilising or letting the container dry out.

Do Proteas need full sun?

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.