Proteas are one of the most ancient families of flowers on Earth. Greek mythology says these plants were named in honor of Proteus, son of Poseidon. Proteus was a powerful sea god who had the power to ...

At this time of year, when the summer’s bounty of dahlias, zinnias, cosmos and roses have started to fade from memory, I find myself scouring the garden for colorful flowers to brighten up the indoors ...

The next mainstream flower for 2026 is likely to be the protea plant. Proteas are known best for their distinctive, bold, and striking blooms, which are also long-lasting. Proteas in shades of blush ...

Unique micro-organisms, such as fungi and mites, living on Africa’s protea flowers sustain a miniature ecosystem, which allow the plants to disperse and maintain a highly diverse and constant gene ...