Protea Empress (Protea magnifica × Protea obtusifolia) is a distinguished South African hybrid cultivated under rigorous standards in the Western Cape. Its medium-sized flower heads display rich magenta-red outer bracts edged in frost-white, surrounding a dense, silvery centre dome. Empress delivers consistent form, vibrant contrast and sculptural elegance to high-volume bouquets and 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 and straightness, and leaf quality, ensuring consistent supply across bulk consignments.
• Expected vase life of 14–21 days when conditioned by re-cutting stems underwater at a sharp angle on arrival, hydrating promptly in clean water, and refreshing every 2–3 days. Refresh water with floral preservative every 2–3 days for optimal performance.
• Ethylene Sensitivity: Low, making it ideal for long-distance export and extended display.