February 2008 Newsletter about Proteas by DiscoverProtea.com

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Welcome to 'PEP', our “Protea Education Program”. Our ultimate goal is to educate and inform about the benefits of Protea...flowers beyond the ordinary. Your questions, comments and suggestions are always appreciated.

If you missed any previous issues of the “Proteaceae 101” newsletter, please visit this page our Protea Tips and News page.

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She’s a trusted confidant and a lifelong role model, the woman who not only gave you life but also made you who you are today. She’s occasionally critical, but more often inspiring, and you know she’ll always forgive your indiscretions as quickly as she revels in your successes. She’s your mother, and she deserves flowers.

All Mother's Day orders will ship Wednesday May the 7^th for a timely Mother's Day delivery.
Order your Mother's Day Protea Bouquets here.

Topic of the month…Floral Gift Tips for Mom

A gift of flowers is a symbol of life and beauty. Make your mother feel vibrant, beautiful and incredibly special with a unique bouquet of flowers that you personalize. Here is a list of floral gift tips for mom, courtesy of http://www.DiscoverProtea.com:

1. Send flowers with a note telling Mom she's getting a kitchen break. Then, let her sit back and relax while you prepare the dinner sometime soon.

2. Send flowers with a note telling Mom she’s breakfast in bed. Dads and kids can prepare a special morning for Mom by greeting her with a homemade breakfast in bed, on a tray adorned with her favorite blooms.

3. Send an exotic bouquet of Proteas. Gift bouquets of #1 Select Designer Grade Protea flowers,
typically sold only to professional floral designers, are available direct from California growers for sale online at http://www.DiscoverProtea.com.

4. For a very personal tribute, write Mom a note telling her why you're thankful for her and have it included with the bouquet.

5. Have roses or sunflowers sent to you and then on several stems tie a "coupon" for a chore or project that you promise to do.

6. Send a mixed bouquet with an invitation to a nice dinner or Sunday brunch at real restaurant where someone else does the serving and cleaning up (and of course where you pick up the check).

7. Send flowers with a gift certificate for a day off. Many mothers have said that what they would enjoy most for Mother's Day is a day off -- truly off, as in peace and quiet.

8. Send flowers with a "recipe" on fancy paper that lists all the ingredients that go into your love for your mom. Let mom know exactly what your love is made up of.

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Did you know that Proteas ranks the highest amongst cut flowers when it comes to vase life? Order your Mother's Day Protea Bouquets now.

If you’re looking for a gift idea, something special for your Valentine, you might consider our one-minute diamond and jewelry cleaner for only $4.99. Manufacturer's money back guarantee included.

Best regards,

Please feel free to e-mail me with any questions, comments or suggestions at

A wise man once said…
"always surround yourself with people that are smarter that you are".

Ask the Experts...

Below is a list of experts that I consult on a regular basis in order to get you most accurate and up-to-date information about growing Protea.

Lawrence Kellar

Managing Director at Rainbow Protea in Fallbrook, California, Lawrence brings to the table Protea knowledge from both hemispheres. Lawrence is a second generation Protea grower from South Africa and an active member of the California Protea Association. Interested in growing Protea commercially? Lawrence can help. Contacted him at lawrence@rainbowprotea.com

The Australian Native Plants Nursery

The Australian Native Plants Nursery is a retail nursery specializing in ornamental trees and shrubs for Californian gardens. Their nursery grows many plants from the Australian protea family, such as banksia, grevillea, hakea and isopogon as well as small eucalypts, acacias and leptospermums. They also grow South African leucadendrons, leucospermums and proteas. Jo travels to Australia each year in search of new species to introduce into Californian gardens. They have seed and plants available for mail order. The nursery is operated by owner Jo O'Connell, an Australian horticulturist from Sydney. Contact Jo at 1-800-701-6517 or email: jo@australianplants.com

Barrels and Branches Nursery – Encinitas, California

Tucked away in the scenic coastal community of Encinitas (San Diego, CA) is a unique nursery called Barrels and Branches. Meandering down the pathways you will enjoy the tranquil sounds of water and wildlife, while discovering many unusual plants that thrive in this area. This retail garden center has a wide variety of perennials, succulents, California natives, fountains and fine pottery. In addition to being a full service nursery, maintenance and design services are also available. You will feel like you have discovered your own personal retreat, welcomed by friendly knowledgeable landscape professionals to assist you. At the recent "Spring Home and Garden Show" in San Diego, CA, they were awarded, 2nd Place Best in Show, Compatibility of Plant Material, Perfection in Nomenclature as well as three outstanding specimen awards. Visit them at
http://www.barrelsandbranches.com/ or contact Samantha or Danica at (760)753-2852.

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