Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Nyctaginaceae

Genus:

Bougainvillea

Species:

Bougainvillea glabra

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Vine

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

orange, pink, purple, red, white

Native Range

United States: Florida, Guam, Puerto Rico, Palau, Texas, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, prefers low fertility