Protea Barbigera ‘Mountain Queen’ (Protea magnifica) is a select cultivar grown under exacting standards in the Western Cape region of South Africa. Its medium-to-large flower heads exhibit rich rose-pink bracts edged with characteristic tawny “beards,” framed by elongated olive-green foliage. This variety delivers dependable quality, striking form, and broad seasonal appeal to large-scale retail offerings.

Quality & Handling

• Cut at peak maturity when inner bracts begin to unfurl, then immediately cooled to 4 °C to preserve peak freshness.
• Maintained under a continuous cold-chain, with rigorous grading for head size, stem length, straightness, and leaf quality—ensuring consistent supply across bulk consignments.
• Expected vase life of 14–21 days when conditioned properly: re-cut stems underwater at a sharp angle on arrival, hydrate promptly in clean water, and refresh every 2–3 days. Use floral preservative during refreshes to optimise performance.
• Ethylene Sensitivity: Low, making it ideal for long-distance export and extended display.