Overview
Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Bougainvillea, part of the Nyctaginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro' PBR) (Tiki Series) is a climbing evergreen shrub belonging to the genus Bougainvillea in the Nyctaginaceae family. It features the genus's characteristic simple, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of small tubular flowers surrounded by vibrant, oval bracts. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H2 and is best suited for cultivation in conservatories or greenhouses, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings and layering.
About the genus
Bougainvillea is a genus of thorny ornamental vines, bushes, and trees belonging to the family Nyctaginaceae. They are native to the tropical forests of South America. There are between 4 and 22 species in the genus.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bougainvillea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series)
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, hardwood cuttings, layering
- Pest resistance
- Whitefly, mealybug, aphid, red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series)?
Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series) need?
Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series) hardy in the UK?
Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Bougainvillea Dragon Fruit Punch ('Koiro'PBR) (Tiki Series)?
Semi-ripe cuttings, hardwood cuttings, layering.
