Protea Barbigera ‘Snow Princess’ (Protea laurifolia × Protea magnifica) is a distinctive South African hybrid cultivated under stringent standards in the Western Cape. Its large flower heads combine soft ivory bracts edged with subtle blush tones, crowned by a ring of dark brown “tufts.” This variety delivers striking contrast, refined elegance, and dependable performance 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.
• Moderate ethylene sensitivity—best used within recommended vase life for peak appearance.