Protea laurifolia 'Rose Mink' (Gray/Laurel Leaf Sugarbush)

Protea laurifolia 'Rose Mink', commonly known as Gray or Laurel Leaf Sugarbush, is a stunning evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It features large, leathery, lance-shaped leaves that are covered in soft, velvety, gray hairs, giving the plant a beautiful silvery appearance. The flowers are cone-shaped, composed of small pinkish-red bracts and central florets, which attract birds and pollinators. This cultivar is known for its compact growth habit and is often used in floral arrangements.