Oo-La-La® Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea 'Monka'
Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
Your plant(s) will ship to the garden center you chose within the next 21 days. Your plants are actively growing and we will only deliver them once they meet our rigorous quality standards.
CHECK RETAILERS FOR AVAILABILITY:
- Lowe's
18303 Rim Drive San Antonio TX 78257
- Lowe's
5303 W. Loop 1604 N San Antonio TX 78253
- Rainbow/bandera Road
8516 Bandera Road San Antonio TX 78250
- Lowe's
1200 North F.m. 1604 West San Antonio TX 78248
| Botanical Pronunciation | boo-gan-VIL-lee-uh |
|---|---|
| Lore | The great misconception about bougainvilleas is that their color is derived from the flowers. The color is actually betacyanins in the bracts or modified leaves which surround tiny, tubular white flowers. Bracts serve one purpose, to attract pollinators. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 1 1/2 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer; nearly year-round in frost-free regions. |
| Design Ideas | This compact-growing vine is an excellent choice for containers and hanging baskets. In colder climates, use as annual color to brighten porch or patio with tropical color. An excellent way to get an exotic look in mild winter climates by planting as groundcover or as a single accent. In masses this beauty makes a stunning erosion control slope cover and perfectly cascades off the edges of retaining walls. Particularly gorgeous nestled into boulders in lawn islands where it contrasts boldly with all the green turf. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Semi-evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Coastal Exposure, Urban Garden, Ground Cover, Hanging Basket |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Tolerates Poor Soils, Waterwise, Year-round Interest, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
Provide average to lean, fast draining soil. USE CAUTION not to damage roots when planting. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Reduce frequency, once established; water container plants more often. Apply a controlled-release fertilizer in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 10 - 11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 8
Your climate may be too cold for this plant