Bougainvillea (Paperflower)

Description

Bougainvillea (Paperflower) – Vivid Color, Tropical Beauty, and Easy Growth

Transform your garden, trellis, or patio into a vibrant tropical paradise with Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea glabra), also known as Paperflower. Renowned for its dazzling, papery bracts in bold hues of magenta, pink, purple, red, orange, and white, Bougainvillea is a fast-growing, low-maintenance flowering vine that delivers nonstop color in warm climates.

Whether grown as a climbing vine, cascading container plant, or pruned shrub, Bougainvillea adds dramatic flair and a touch of the tropics to any outdoor space.

Why Choose Bougainvillea for Your Garden?

Bougainvillea is a heat- and drought-tolerant plant that thrives in full sun and poor soils—making it a favorite for sunny gardens and low-maintenance landscapes. Its colorful bracts surround small white flowers and bloom heavily throughout spring, summer, and fall, especially with proper sunlight and occasional pruning.

Perfect for use as a flowering hedge, privacy screen, fence cover, or potted ornamental, Bougainvillea adapts well to a variety of settings. In colder climates, it can be grown in containers and brought indoors during the winter months.

Key Features of Bougainvillea (Paperflower):

• 🌸 Brilliant, Long-Lasting Blooms: Eye-catching color in every season

• ☀️ Sun-Loving and Drought-Resistant: Thrives in full sun with minimal water

• 🌿 Versatile Growth: Use as a climbing vine, container plant, or decorative shrub

• 🌱 Fast Growing: Quickly covers trellises, fences, pergolas, or arbors

• 🔁 Low Maintenance: Minimal care required once established

Growing Tips:

Plant Bougainvillea in well-drained soil and a full-sun location for best results. Water deeply but infrequently to promote strong root development. Fertilize lightly during the blooming season to support flowering. Prune after blooms fade to shape the plant and encourage more growth.

Bougainvillea is hardy in USDA Zones 9–11 and can be overwintered indoors in cooler zones. When grown in containers, ensure pots have good drainage and are placed in a sunny spot.