Overview
Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v) is a plant with a climbing, spreading habit in the genus Bougainvillea, part of the Nyctaginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include climber, container plant and bonsai.
About
Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' is a climbing, spreading evergreen in the Nyctaginaceae family that produces orange-coloured bracts. It flowers from June to October. It prefers a sunny, south-facing, sheltered position and a neutral loam kept on the dry side. Use it as a climber, in a container or trained as bonsai.
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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In the garden
Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' is an evergreen climber with a spreading habit, cultivated for its orange-coloured bracts and long summer display. Flowering runs from June to October, providing an extended display on warm, sunny walls and terraces. The plant belongs to the Nyctaginaceae family and performs best where it receives uninterrupted sun. Plant into a well-structured loam in a south-facing, sheltered spot and avoid heavy, waterlogged soils; the plant prefers dry conditions and neutral pH. In pots, use a loam-based mix and allow the compost to dry slightly between waterings rather than keeping it constantly moist. Its UK hardiness is H4 (average), so choose a protected microclimate against cold winds and late frosts. Train young canes onto wires or a trellis when used as a climber, or keep tightened root and branch structure for container-grown specimens and bonsai. Prune after the flowering season to shape growth and to encourage new shoots that will carry the next season’s bracts. Positioning against a warm, sheltered wall will maximise flowering from June to October and help the cultivar hold its foliage through the year.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bougainvillea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Climbing, Spreading
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Climber, Container plant, Bonsai
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v)
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Whitefly, Mealybug, Aphid, Red spider mite
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v)?
Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v) need?
Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays dry.
Is Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v) hardy in the UK?
Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v) has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Bougainvillea 'Orange Stripe' (v)?
Semi-ripe cuttings.