Heart-leaf Sugarbush (Protea Cordata) is a perennial shrub in the Proteaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Protea cordata is a low-growing shrublet native to Southern Africa, known for its heart-shaped leaves and red-flushed stems.

Heart-leaf Sugarbush

Heart-leaf Sugarbush

Protea Cordata

Protea cordata is a low-growing shrublet native to Southern Africa, known for its heart-shaped leaves and red-flushed stems.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, groundcover, pollinator attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Heart-leaf Sugarbush

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Heart-leaf Sugarbush
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Taxonomy

Family:Proteaceae
Genus:Protea