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Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea 'Blueberry Ice'
Pronunciation: boo-gan-VIL-lee-uh
SKU #09012
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water deeply when soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 5 to 6 ft. wide.
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| Description | Compact and perfect for small, sunny spaces. Cascading masses of lavender-blue flower-like bracts are offset by variegated green and white foliage. Mass in shrub beds, or feature in patio containers and hanging baskets. 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 | Dramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Lantana (Lantana); Cordyline (Cordyline); Evergreen Clematis (Clematis); Salvia (Salvia); 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. Apply a controlled-release fertilizer in spring. |
Details
| Description | Compact and perfect for small, sunny spaces. Cascading masses of lavender-blue flower-like bracts are offset by variegated green and white foliage. Mass in shrub beds, or feature in patio containers and hanging baskets. 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 | Dramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
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| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Lantana (Lantana); Cordyline (Cordyline); Evergreen Clematis (Clematis); Salvia (Salvia); 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. Apply a controlled-release fertilizer in spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea produce flowers?
Summer; longer in frost-free areas.
Is Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea evergreen or deciduous?
Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea?
Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea is Dramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea grow?
Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea in my landscape?
Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover.
What color are Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea flowers?
Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea produces Purplish-pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea?
Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea?
Good companion plants for Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea include: Lantana (Lantana); Cordyline (Cordyline); Evergreen Clematis (Clematis); Salvia (Salvia); Upright Juniper (Juniperus).
How do I care for Blueberry Ice 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. Apply a controlled-release fertilizer in spring.
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