{"product_id":"protea-australis-ruby-25cm","title":"Protea Australis Ruby 25cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eProtea neriifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Australis Ruby'\u003c\/strong\u003e – 25cm Pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hardy, small-medium, evergreen shrub with slightly fury, dark green leaves supported by a red stem. 'Australis Ruby' produces large, dark ruby-pink, feathery flowers with white and black tips in late autumn and winter. Use in mass plantings, general landscaping, coastal gardens, pots or as a low hedge. Excellent cut flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequires well-drained soils, will not grow in alkaline or boggy\/clay. Protea 'Australis Ruby' needs to be watered well during the first 2 years for the plant to establish. Low water requirements once established, and a great addition to waterwise gardens and landscapes. Moderate frost tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen planting Proteaceae plants they don’t require too much work to get them settled. Fertiliser in the prime growing seasons, spring and early autumn for the best results. However, make sure to use the right food. If planting into a pot make sure that the container chosen is large enough for the plant being planted. Never pot a plant into a container which is too small. Make sure to use a premium quality Australian Native Potting Mix as this has the correct balance of wetting agents and nutrients required for having a healthy plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenworld.au\/collections\/potting-mix\"\u003ePotting Mix Range\u003c\/a\u003e, where you'll find one with the perfect balance of nutrients and qualities for your garden, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenworld.au\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in contact with one of our friendly gardening experts\u003c\/a\u003e if you're not sure what your garden needs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":null,"offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48703184077017,"sku":"PROAR25","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/1142\/7801\/files\/Protea-Ruby.png?v=1778718218","url":"https:\/\/gardenworld.au\/products\/protea-australis-ruby-25cm","provider":"Gardenworld","version":"1.0","type":"link"}