New River Purple Bougainvillea |
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Nyctaginaceae Bougainvillea New River |
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Grows In | Zone 9B · 25° to 30° F through Zone 11 · Above 40° F |
Sun Exposure | Full / Mostly Sun |
Soil Drainage | Well Drained |
Resistent To | Deer Resistant, Drought, Insect, Disease, Heat |
Flower Color | Purple |
Blooms | Spring Blooms, Summer Blooms, Fall Blooms, Winter Blooms |
Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Average Height | 20' to 30' |
Average Width | 6' to 8', 8' to 10' |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Wildlife, Visual Attention |
NOTICE: We do not ship our tropical plants to a location unless and until low temperatures are above 55 degrees Fahrenheit
Noteworthy Characteristics
The standard for purple Bougainvillea, new River is an exceptionally fast grower with incredible flower power. Its dense habit makes it a great selection where a complete cover is desired.
Uses
The applications for this particular variety are endless. An extremely versatile cultivar that looks great in any shape and size from trellis to bonsai. Evergreen. Where hardy outdoors, New River Bougainvillea is useful as a climber to cover arbors, pergolas, fences, overhangs and other structures or can be used as a hedge. Where not winter hardy, it can be used outdoors as an annual in beds or as a container plant that can be overwintered indoors or in a greenhouse when low temperatures drop below 55 degrees.
USDA Zones : 10a-11
Plant Type: Tropical
Height: 10-30' (10' in containers)
Width: 6-9'
Sun / Light Needs: Full Sun (6 hours minimum sun for best flowering)
Soil Type: Well-drained
Water Needs: Low
Fertilizer Needs: 1 to 2 times monthly with water-soluble, liquid fertilizer. 1 to 2 times per season with slow-release granular fertilizer
Maintenance: Average
Flower Color: Bright Purple
Bloom Season: Repeatedly through the season
Fragrance: None
Attracts: Hummingbirds & Butterflies
Resistances: Deer, Heat
Salt Tolerance: High, great for seaside plantings
Houseplant Usage: Can be overwintered indoors. Provide some light.
How To Overwinter Tropical Plants Indoors