Bougainvillea glabra – Bring vibrant, tropical beauty to your garden or patio with this stunning, low-maintenance flowering shrub! Known for its vibrant, papery bracts in shades of pink, purple, magenta, and white, Bougainvillea glabra is an instant showstopper. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfect for hot, dry climates or coastal gardens.
This fast-growing, evergreen plant is incredibly versatile – whether you choose to let it climb, cover the ground, or hang in a basket, it adds bold color and a tropical flair to any space. With minimal care required once established, Bougainvillea glabra will reward you with long-lasting blooms throughout the spring and summer months, with occasional flowers in winter!
Plant Characteristics:
- Type: Evergreen shrub, can be grown as a climber or ground cover
- Height: 1.5 - 3 meters
- Width: 1 - 2 meters
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Water: Moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established
- Flowering: Spring to fall, occasional winter blooms
Growing Tips:
- Prune regularly to promote more blooms and maintain shape
- Water deeply but infrequently once established
- Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season for optimal flowering
Add Bougainvillea glabra to your garden today and enjoy year-round color and a tropical touch with this stunning, easy-care beauty! Perfect for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, high-impact plant that will create a lasting impression.
Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade
Water requirement: Low
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Soil: Not fussy about soil type as long as it is well-draining.
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Intermediate
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: High
Frost tolerance: Medium
Wind tolerance: Medium
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Suitable for shaping: Yes
Colour: Green
Variegation: No
Size: Small/medium
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display
Flower colour: Pink, orange
Flower fragrant: No
Flowering season: All year
Fruit: No
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