Pride of Autumn

May 28, 2022 12:31pm CST
Feeling the cold, the freeze and the lazy mode of winter. Visits to my garden and backyard become rare or seldom. But whenever I do, many surprises show up that give me cheer in the midst of chill. Playing with words is kinda fun right now. King Protea is one of my favorites growing in my garden. I had planted this 4-feet tall tree 4 years ago. I learned that it can grow 12 feet high and 6-feet wide, if I let it. I imagine the tree growing exotic king protea flowers and I'd sell them to florists. It would be great to earn some cash as a side hustle selling the decorative proteas. Any advice how to grow a strong, prolific flower-producing protea tree? I'd love to hear it. Thank you.
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@RebeccasFarm (89831)
• Arvada, Colorado
13 Aug 22
You live in a paradise me thinks
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• Arvada, Colorado
15 Aug 22
@everwonderwhy Terrible you lost your job too
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16 Aug 22
@RebeccasFarm Because of the jab mandate which I would never comply
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13 Aug 22
In my perspective, yes, I do. The 2-years past lockdowns strengthened my view of things as a very good thing. I lost my job, therefore more time in the yard.
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@arunima25 (87770)
• Bangalore, India
28 May 22
That's a gorgeous flower. Is that the flower you are talking about? It will definitely sell well being so pretty.
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13 Aug 22
Thank you. Yes, King Protea are sought after by florists and for weddings.
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@arunima25 (87770)
• Bangalore, India
14 Aug 22
@everwonderwhy If you grow enough in your garden, you can definitely make some good money there
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14 Aug 22
So far, it has grown a few branches this year. King Protea trees love barks as mulch. And sun all day. So, that's what I do. :-)
@Namelesss (3365)
• United States
18 Jul 22
Hey there, that is a very beautiful flower. You could likely cut a few of those flowers with long stems and sell them to local flower shops.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
28 May 22
What a gorgeous flower. We are in late spring here. I wish I had some advice to offer. Good to see you as always.
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@Nakitakona (56486)
• Philippines
29 May 22
A flower with a dew is very look at. It's beautiful.
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• Joao Pessoa, Brazil
29 May 22
Beautiful flowers in your garden!
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