Protea Sharon (Protea eximia × Protea susannae) is grown by specialist producers in South Africa’s Western Cape. It features sturdy, rounded flower heads with layered rose-bronze bracts brushed with silvery fuzz, crowned by a small central tuft. The compact form and rich, warm tones make Sharon a versatile choice for large-scale bouquets, straight-line bunches, and both winter and summer retail assortments.

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 16–20 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.