Protea Ayoba® Arctic Ice (Protea cynaroides) is an exclusive South African cultivar grown under exacting standards in the Western Cape. Its dramatic, star-shaped flower heads combine pointed ivory-white bracts with a central dome of silky white styles, lending striking contrast and sculptural form to high-volume bouquets. Arctic Ice brings consistent quality and refined elegance 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.