Protea 'Franciscan' (Sugarbush)

The Protea 'Franciscan' hybrid is a cross between Protea compacta and Protea susannae, though some sources suggest it might involve Protea neriifolia. It is closely related to the popular 'Pink Ice' cultivar, which has the same parentage. The resulting 'Franciscan' hybrid is a vigorous, robust shrub that produces rich, pink flowers with a silvery, velvety appearance. These flowers are especially valued for cut arrangements due to their long vase life. H 2.5m x W 2.5m.