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Barbara Karst Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea 'Barbara Karst'
Pronunciation: boo-gan-VIL-lee-uh
SKU #01270
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water deeply when soil is dry.
SIZE:
Vigorous stems quickly climb 20 to 30 ft. with support.
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| Description | This vigorous, showy vine shines with bright, magenta-red, petal-like bracts. Creates a fine cover for patios or arbors, and is a dramatic groundcover for banks when allowed to ramble unsupported. Drought tolerant when established. Evergreen in frost-free climates; provides superb warm season color in colder winter areas. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer; longer in frost-free areas. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Lantana (Lantana); Cordyline (Cordyline); Salvia (Salvia); Evergreen Clematis (Clematis); Upright Juniper (Juniperus) |
| Care Instructions | Provide average to lean, fast draining soil. USE CAUTION not to damage roots when planting. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Reduce frequency, once established; water container plants regularly, when top 3 in. of soil are dry. Provide trellis or arbor support. Fertilize in spring. |
Details
| Description | This vigorous, showy vine shines with bright, magenta-red, petal-like bracts. Creates a fine cover for patios or arbors, and is a dramatic groundcover for banks when allowed to ramble unsupported. Drought tolerant when established. Evergreen in frost-free climates; provides superb warm season color in colder winter areas. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer; longer in frost-free areas. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover |
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| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Lantana (Lantana); Cordyline (Cordyline); Salvia (Salvia); Evergreen Clematis (Clematis); Upright Juniper (Juniperus) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide average to lean, fast draining soil. USE CAUTION not to damage roots when planting. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Reduce frequency, once established; water container plants regularly, when top 3 in. of soil are dry. Provide trellis or arbor support. Fertilize in spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Barbara Karst Bougainvillea produce flowers?
Summer; longer in frost-free areas.
Is Barbara Karst Bougainvillea evergreen or deciduous?
Barbara Karst Bougainvillea is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Barbara Karst Bougainvillea?
Barbara Karst Bougainvillea is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Barbara Karst Bougainvillea resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Barbara Karst Bougainvillea grow?
Barbara Karst Bougainvillea has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Barbara Karst Bougainvillea?
Barbara Karst Bougainvillea grows in an Climbing habit.
Where can I use Barbara Karst Bougainvillea in my landscape?
Barbara Karst Bougainvillea is suitable for: Barrier, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover.
What color are Barbara Karst Bougainvillea flowers?
Barbara Karst Bougainvillea produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Barbara Karst Bougainvillea?
Barbara Karst Bougainvillea has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Barbara Karst Bougainvillea?
Good companion plants for Barbara Karst Bougainvillea include: Lantana (Lantana); Cordyline (Cordyline); Salvia (Salvia); Evergreen Clematis (Clematis); Upright Juniper (Juniperus).
How do I care for Barbara Karst Bougainvillea?
Provide average to lean, fast draining soil. USE CAUTION not to damage roots when planting. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Reduce frequency, once established; water container plants regularly, when top 3 in. of soil are dry. Provide trellis or arbor support. Fertilize in spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.