Bougainvillea, California Gold

Bougainvillea 'California Gold'

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Overview

Bougainvillea 'California Gold' is a vibrant, evergreen climber famed for its bright golden-yellow bracts surrounding tiny white flowers. Thriving in full sun, this hardy variety can reach up to 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide, requiring minimal care once established. Optimal for zones 9-11, it adds a tropical flair to trellises, walls, or containers, offering year-round interest with its drought-tolerant and heat-loving nature. Prune for shape and size control.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10Climate Subtropical

Bougainvillea, California Gold (Bougainvillea 'California Gold') — evergreen climber famed for its bright golden-yellow bracts surrounding tiny white flowers

Bougainvillea, California Gold (Bougainvillea 'California Gold') — this hardy variety can reach up to 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide

Bougainvillea, California Gold (Bougainvillea 'California Gold') — requiring minimal care once established

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Nyctaginaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Bougainvillea, California Gold (Bougainvillea 'California Gold') — evergreen climber famed for its bright golden-yellow bracts surrounding tiny white flowers

Bougainvillea, California Gold (Bougainvillea 'California Gold') — this hardy variety can reach up to 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide

Bougainvillea, California Gold (Bougainvillea 'California Gold') — requiring minimal care once established

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