Protea Niobe (Protea laurifolia × Protea magnifica) is a distinctive South African hybrid cultivated under exacting standards in the Western Cape. Its medium-sized flower heads feature soft lime-green outer bracts edged in deep near-black down, framing a dense, velvety cap of the same hue. Narrow, silvery-green foliage adds fine architectural texture. Niobe brings refined colour contrast and sculptural form to high-volume bouquets and large-scale retail displays across the mid-summer to mid-winter season.

Quality & Handling

• Hand-harvested at peak maturity—when bracts display full lime intensity and crown hairs are deep chocolate—and 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, hydrate promptly in clean water, and refresh 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.