Proteas are native to Africa, and are most well known as a cut flower. The huge colourful blooms are long lasting and spectacular, and come in many shapes and colours. The plants also vary in height from small compact shrubs to large shrubs. They are suited for temperate to warm climates, but it is important to plant them in a sunny position and make sure they have well drained soil. Once established, the plants only require a good occasional watering . The smaller growing varieties are suited to growing in pots or containers. Today, Proteas are grown commercially in many Countries. Your fresh cut Proteas will last a long time if you regularly cut 1 to 2 cm of the bottom of the stems and put them in fresh water. I photographed these cut flowers locally.

100% of New South Wales - the State in Australia where i live - is now officially drought declared. This is huge and should be a big wakeup call to everyone. Why? Because this has NOTHING to do with "Climate Change". This is a man-made drought brought about by the use of Geoengineering (Chemtrails) , and the use of HAARP. The goal is to shut down the food supply and raise food prices, creating hardship for the people. If farmers cannot grow crops or raise Livestock, people don't eat. This is a worldwide phonomenon, not just in my Country. Why should you worry ? Because they are doing this worldwide, and you will be affected. This is weponizing the weather, creating not just drought but also floods. Think i am crazy ? Do your own research, don't take my word for it. Here's where you can start reading about it; www.geoengineeringwatch.org