{"product_id":"protea-susara","title":"Protea 'Susara': Compact, Heavy-Bloomiing Cherry-Pink Protea Shrub","description":"\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.shopify-table {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n.shopify-table th,\n.shopify-table td {\n  border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n  padding: 8px;\n  text-align: left;\n}\n.shopify-table th {\n  background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🌸 \u003cstrong\u003eProtea ‘Susara’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.9em; font-weight:400;\"\u003eElegant Pink Protea Hybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtea ‘Susara’\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant, well‑balanced Protea hybrid admired for its refined flower form, soft pink coloring, and dependable garden performance. This cultivar produces beautifully sculpted flower heads with layered bracts in soft to medium pink tones surrounding a plush central dome, offering a classic yet contemporary Protea look. Blooming mainly from winter through spring in mild climates, ‘Susara’ provides strong seasonal interest and sophisticated appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHighly versatile, \u003cstrong\u003eProtea ‘Susara’\u003c\/strong\u003e performs beautifully as an \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/protea\"\u003eornamental landscape shrub and premium cut‑flower plant\u003c\/a\u003e. It thrives in full sun with excellent drainage and is drought tolerant once established. Its evergreen foliage, upright habit, and strong stems make it a reliable choice for Mediterranean, coastal, and water‑wise landscapes, as well as for large containers and feature planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Characteristics of Protea ‘Susara’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProtea hybrid ‘Susara’\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSusara Protea\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUpright evergreen shrub with tidy branching\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLeathery evergreen leaves with clean, architectural lines\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers \/ Bracts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLarge, layered flower heads in soft to medium pink tones\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWinter through spring in mild climates\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eExcellent cut‑flower quality, drought tolerant, strong structural form\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMature Size and Form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 ft\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–7 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProtea ‘Susara’ forms a well‑branched, upright shrub with a neat, balanced silhouette. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and promotes healthy new growth for the next season. For detailed pruning and maintenance tips, visit our \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/blogs\/garden-journey\/protea-care-guide\"\u003eProtea Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 9–11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to regions with mild winters, ample sunshine, and sharply drained soils. Protection from prolonged frost and winter wet is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCultivation and Care for Protea ‘Susara’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eAspect\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFull sun for best flowering and compact growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFast‑draining, sandy or rocky soil; slightly acidic preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLow once established; water deeply but infrequently\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLow‑phosphorus or native‑plant fertilizer only\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRemove spent blooms; avoid cutting into old woody stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nHelpful resources for successful establishment:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/blogs\/garden-journey\/quick-tip-caring-for-a-newly-unboxed-protea-in-humid-conditions\"\u003e\nQuick Tip: Caring for a Newly Unboxed Protea in Humid Conditions\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/blogs\/garden-journey\/protea-care-guide\"\u003e\nComplete Protea Care Guide\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Use and Benefits of Protea ‘Susara’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• Elegant specimen shrub with refined pink blooms\u003cbr\u003e\n• Ideal for Mediterranean, coastal, and \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/water-wise-plants\"\u003ewater‑wise landscapes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n• Highly valued for fresh and dried cut‑flower arrangements\u003cbr\u003e\n• Evergreen foliage provides year‑round structure\u003cbr\u003e\n• A graceful addition to curated \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/protea\"\u003eProtea collections\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWildlife Attraction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe nectar‑rich blooms attract pollinating insects and birds, adding ecological interest and supporting biodiversity in suitable garden settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePest and Disease Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProtea ‘Susara’ is generally resilient when grown under appropriate conditions. Potential challenges include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• Root rot in poorly drained or overwatered soils\u003cbr\u003e\n• Nutrient imbalance from phosphorus‑heavy fertilizers\u003cbr\u003e\n• Leaf spotting or browning in humid, low‑airflow environments\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProviding full sun, excellent drainage, and good airflow supports long‑term plant health and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Bonte Farm","offers":[{"title":"1-gallon (6x6x12” - 18”)","offer_id":46397162520811,"sku":"PPSU1","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3-gallon (10x10x20” - 24”)","offer_id":46422762127595,"sku":"PPSU3","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5-gallon (10x10x24” - 36”)","offer_id":46397162553579,"sku":"GPSU5","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/2483\/8123\/files\/DSC04808_Protea_Susara.jpg?v=1770326122","url":"https:\/\/bontefarm.com\/fr\/products\/protea-susara","provider":"Bonte Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}