Bougainvillea Glabra Plant

Bougainvillea Glabra

Tropical ornamental plant with showy purple-pink flowers, drought-tolerant, ideal for wall and pergola decoration.

Product Information

Latin Name Bougainvillea Glabra
Category Ornamental Plants
Stock Code BTN-021
Height 1-5 m
Pot Type Plastic / Ceramic
Sale Type Single

Features

Climate Resistance Medium (+2°C / 36°F)
Watering Needs Low-Medium
Sun Requirement Full Sun
Usage Area Outdoor
Growth Rate Fast (1-2 m/year)
Blooming Spring-Autumn (year-round in warm climates)

Product Description

Bougainvillea Glabra, native to South America, is a perennial ornamental plant that creates a tropical atmosphere with its showy purple-pink flowers. Its true flowers are small and white, while the brightly colored leaves (bracts) surrounding them give the plant its unique visual appeal. Capable of flowering year-round in warm climates, Bougainvillea is a favorite in landscape projects as wall cover, pergola decoration and potted plant. With its drought-tolerant nature and fast growth, it offers an easy-care yet highly impressive choice.

Detailed Specifications

Flower Structure Small white flowers surrounded by bright purple-pink bracts
Leaf Form Oval, dark green, semi-evergreen
Trunk Woody, thorny, climbing or trailing
Root System Sensitive, care needed during transplanting
Lifespan 20-30+ years

Care & Growing

Watering

Mature plants are drought-tolerant. Occasional stress watering can encourage flowering. Avoid root rot.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Use perlite-mixed soil in pots.

Fertilizing

Apply potassium-rich fertilizer in spring and summer. Avoid nitrogen-heavy fertilizer (promotes leaves, reduces flowers).

Pruning

Prune after flowering. Hard pruning can be done in late winter for shaping.

Winter Preparation

Loses leaves below +2°C. Move to greenhouse or indoors in winter in frost-risk areas.

Usage Areas

  • Pergola and arbor decoration
  • Wall cover and fence climbing
  • Terrace and balcony potted plant
  • Hotel and resort landscapes
  • Mediterranean style garden designs
  • Coastal restaurant and cafe decoration
  • Entrance and archway decoration

Frequently Asked Questions

Bougainvillea is a tropical plant and begins losing leaves below +2°C (36°F). Prolonged frost can kill the plant. Growing in mild regions or greenhouse protection is recommended.

Most common reasons: insufficient sun, overwatering and nitrogen-rich fertilizer use. Bougainvillea flowers under stress; reduce watering and place in full sun.

Yes, it grows excellently in large pots. Good drainage is essential. Can be moved indoors with pot in winter.

Its thorns are hard and sharp. Gloves should be used during pruning. Growing at a height out of children's reach is recommended.

It can grow 1-2 meters per year in ideal conditions. With its climbing nature, it can cover pergolas and walls in a short time.

Delivery and Logistics

Our Bougainvillea plants are shipped with special protective packaging. Professional packaging applied due to thorny branches. Out-of-city shipment available.

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