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Bougainvillea

Bougainvillea Spectabilis

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Overview

Bougainvillea spectabilis, commonly known as Bougainvillea, is a vigorous, woody vine famed for its lush, paper-like bracts that encircle tiny, tubular flowers. Bracts in vibrant hues of purple, red, or orange create a spectacular display against the plant's deep green, heart-shaped leaves. This sun-loving perennial can reach up to 15-40 feet in height and is ideal for trellises, walls, or fences, providing a dazzling pop of color in warm climates.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11Type VineClimate Subtropical
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — Bougainvilleas thrive in full sun, demanding at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to bloom, image 57

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Vine
Family
Nyctaginaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — They prefer well-draining soil and are relatively drought-tolerant, image 35
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — and can be done at any time; commonly known as Bougainvillea, image 63
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — is a vibrant and hardy perennial vine that brings a lush and tropical flair to any landscape design; providing a
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — and can be done at any time
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — providing a dazzling pop of color in warm climates; vine for full, image 76
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — This sun-loving perennial can reach up to 15-40 feet in height and is ideal for trellises
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — vine with pink and red blooms
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — or orange create a spectacular display against the plant's deep green; such as a trellis or fence, image 51
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea Spectabilis) — pink and red flowers in the garden; this sun-loving perennial can reach up to 15-40 feet in height and, image 67
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