Among the proteaceae there is a vast variety of exotic flowers, and many of these plants have a long blooming season, especially here in coastal California, where the weather mimics their native South African and Australian coastal landscapes.

Late winter is when leucadendrons are at their most stunning, showing their vibrant color and putting out shiny new growth. Flora Grubb Gardens stores in SF and LA are always stocked with a rainbow of different varieties ready to come home with you!

Plant genera in the Protea family (“Proteaceae”) include Banksia (Australia), Grevillea (Australia), Hakea (Australia), Isopogon (Australia), Leucadendron (South Africa), Leucospermum (South Africa), Protea (South Africa). These plants in the Proteaceae share several requirements and characteristics in common.